Why Make This Recipe
Apple Crumb Cake is a delightful dessert that brings together the flavors of sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and a buttery crumble topping. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings, coffee breaks, or just a cozy night at home. It’s easy to make and will fill your kitchen with a wonderful aroma. Plus, everyone loves a good cake!
How to Make Apple Crumb Cake
Making this Apple Crumb Cake is a simple and enjoyable process. You’ll start by preparing the cinnamon apples, then mix up a delicious vanilla cinnamon cake batter, followed by creating the crumble topping. Finally, the cake is baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a sweet maple glaze.
Ingredients:
- 4 small or 3 large red gala apples (diced)
- 1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 120 g all-purpose flour
- 200 g dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 85 g butter (room temperature)
- 340 g all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 125 g butter (room temperature)
- 225 g granulated sugar
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 225 g sour cream (14-18% room temperature)
- 40 g vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 125 g powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sour cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tsp water
Directions:
Cinnamon Apples: In a bowl, combine diced apples with 1 1/2 tbsp of granulated sugar and 1 1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon. Set aside to let them soak up the flavor.
Crumble: In another bowl, mix 120 g of flour, 200 g of dark brown sugar, 1 tsp of ground cinnamon, and 85 g of butter until it forms a crumbly mixture. Set aside.
Vanilla Cinnamon Cake: Preheat your oven and grease a cake pan. In a large bowl, combine 340 g of flour, ½ tsp of ground cinnamon, 2 1/4 tsp of baking powder, and 1/2 tsp of salt. In a separate bowl, beat 125 g of butter and 225 g of granulated sugar until creamy. Add in the 3 eggs, 225 g of sour cream, 40 g of vegetable oil, and 1 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract. Mix well. Gradually add the flour mixture until well combined.
Combine: Gently fold the cinnamon apples into the cake batter. Pour into the prepared cake pan and sprinkle the crumble on top.
Bake: Bake in your preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together 125 g of powdered sugar, 1 tbsp of maple syrup, 1 tsp of sour cream, 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract, and enough water (1-2 tsp) to reach your desired consistency.
Serve: Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the maple glaze on top and serve.
How to Serve Apple Crumb Cake
Apple Crumb Cake is best enjoyed warm or at room temperature. You can serve it plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on the side for an extra treat.
How to Store Apple Crumb Cake
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate the cake or freeze it. Just make sure to wrap it well to prevent freezer burn.
Tips to Make Apple Crumb Cake
- Choose firm apples for better texture and flavor.
- Let the cake cool down completely before adding the glaze for better results.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar as per your preference.
Variation
Feel free to experiment with different types of apples or add nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to the crumble for extra crunch!
FAQs
Can I use other types of apples?
Yes, any type of apple can work. Just make sure they are not too soft.
Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Absolutely! This cake stays fresh for a few days and can be made in advance for gatherings or events.
Can I skip the glaze?
Yes, the cake is delicious on its own, but the glaze adds a nice finishing touch!
Apple Crumb Cake
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A delightful dessert featuring sweet apples and warm cinnamon topped with a buttery crumble and sweet maple glaze.
Ingredients
- 4 small or 3 large red gala apples (diced)
- 1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 120 g all-purpose flour
- 200 g dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 85 g butter (room temperature)
- 340 g all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 125 g butter (room temperature)
- 225 g granulated sugar
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 225 g sour cream (14-18% room temperature)
- 40 g vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 125 g powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sour cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tsp water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine diced apples with granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix flour, dark brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and butter until crumbly.
- Preheat oven and grease a cake pan. In a large bowl, combine flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Add eggs, sour cream, oil, and vanilla; mix well. Gradually add flour mixture until combined.
- Gently fold in cinnamon apples, pour into the cake pan, and sprinkle crumble on top.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, maple syrup, sour cream, vanilla, and enough water for desired consistency.
- Once cooled, drizzle the maple glaze on top and serve.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. You can add ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.