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Apple Crumb Cake

Apple Crumb Cake
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If you’re in search of a comforting dessert that evokes the warmth of home, this Apple Crumb Cake is the perfect choice! Combining moist vanilla cake with spiced apples and a crunchy crumb topping, each slice offers a delightful experience that’s hard to resist. Whether shared at family gatherings or enjoyed during a cozy night in, this cake will quickly become a beloved favorite. With its easy preparation and make-ahead convenience, it’s ideal for any occasion. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

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  • 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 (for crumb topping)
  • 200 g dark brown sugar (for crumb topping)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for crumb topping)
  • 85 g butter (room temperature for crumb topping)
  • 340 g all-purpose flour (for cake batter)
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon (for cake batter)
  • 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 125 g butter (room temperature for cake batter)
  • 225 g granulated sugar (for cake batter)
  • 3 eggs (room temperature)
  • 225 g sour cream (room temperature)
  • 40 g vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 125 g powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup (for glaze)
  • 1 tsp sour cream (for glaze)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 1–2 tsp water (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, toss diced apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
  3. For the crumb topping, mix flour, dark brown sugar, and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients for the cake. In another bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
  5. Mix wet ingredients into the batter, then gradually combine with dry ingredients. Fold in apple mixture gently.
  6. Pour half the batter into the pan, sprinkle with half the crumbs, then layer with remaining batter and crumbs.
  7. Bake for about 70 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. While cooling, whisk together glaze ingredients to drizzle on top before serving.

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