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Apple Crumb Cake with Cinnamon Apple Drizzle Recipe

Apple Crumb Cake with Cinnamon Apple Drizzle Recipe
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This Apple Crumb Cake with Cinnamon Apple Drizzle is a moist and tender dessert that combines tart Granny Smith apples folded into a spiced cake batter, topped with a crispy cinnamon crumb topping. Finished with a warm, sweet cinnamon apple drizzle, this cake offers comforting flavors perfect for fall gatherings or any cozy occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 medium apples (preferably Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and chopped into small cubes

Crumb Topping Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

Cinnamon Apple Drizzle Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cake once baked.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or a whisk to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients and Sour Cream: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in alternating batches with the sour cream, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
  6. Fold in the Apples: Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter until evenly distributed but not mashed.
  7. Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
  8. Top the Cake with Crumbs: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter, covering the surface completely.
  9. Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before adding the drizzle.
  11. Prepare the Cinnamon Apple Drizzle: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, milk, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is smooth.
  12. Drizzle Over the Cake: Once the cake is cooled, drizzle the warm cinnamon apple sauce evenly over the top or serve it on the side for guests to add as preferred.

Notes

  • Use tart Granny Smith apples for the best balance of sweet and tart flavors.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
  • Chilling or freezing the butter for the crumb topping beforehand helps create a crisp texture.
  • If a thicker drizzle is preferred, simmer the sauce a bit longer to reduce it or add a teaspoon of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
  • Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream for a delightful dessert experience.

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