Apple Crumb Cake
A delicious and comforting dessert that combines the sweetness of fresh apples with a buttery crumb topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Apples
- 4 pieces small or 3 large red gala apples, diced
- 1.5 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
Crumble Topping
- 120 g all-purpose flour
- 200 g dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 85 g butter, room temperature
Vanilla Cinnamon Cake
- 340 g all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2.25 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 125 g butter, room temperature
- 225 g granulated sugar
- 3 pieces eggs, room temperature
- 225 g sour cream (14-18% fat), room temperature
- 40 g vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
- 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
Maple Glaze
- 125 g powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sour cream
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tsp water (as needed) to achieve desired consistency
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix diced apples, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, dark brown sugar, and ground cinnamon for the crumble topping. Cut in butter until crumbly. Set aside.
Cake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Assembling and Baking
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan, add the cinnamon apples, then pour the remaining batter over the apples. Sprinkle the crumble topping on top.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Maple Glaze
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, maple syrup, sour cream, vanilla extract, and water until smooth.
Serve
- Once the cake is cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For best texture, use a variety of apples. Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature and don't overmix the batter. Cover any variations and tips in storage appropriately.