A Cozy, Buttery Cake for Every Season
This Apple Crumb Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert — moist, buttery, and filled with cinnamon-spiced apples. Each slice is layered with tender cake, a golden crumble topping, and a luscious cinnamon apple drizzle that takes it over the top. Perfect for fall gatherings, holiday brunches, or simply pairing with a hot cup of coffee, this cake delivers pure warmth and sweetness in every bite.
Why You’ll Love This Apple Crumb Cake
- Soft and buttery texture that melts in your mouth.
- Crunchy cinnamon crumb topping for irresistible contrast.
- Easy to make with simple ingredients.
- Perfect for brunch, dessert, or snacking.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cake
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Crumb Topping
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ⅓ cup cold butter, cubed
For the Cinnamon Apple Drizzle
- 1 small apple, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (optional, for thick drizzle)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven and Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Make the Cake Batter
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla extract; beat until combined.
Mix in sour cream, then gradually add the dry ingredients.
Fold in the diced apples.
3. Prepare the Crumb Topping
In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Cut in the cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly.
4. Assemble the Cake
Spread the batter evenly into the pan.
Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over the batter.
5. Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
6. Make the Cinnamon Apple Drizzle
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add diced apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, and water.
Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring until apples soften and sauce thickens slightly.
(Optional: Stir in powdered sugar for a thicker glaze.)
Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Pair with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of salted caramel sauce for an indulgent treat.
It’s also wonderful as a breakfast cake alongside hot coffee or chai.
Tips for the Perfect Apple Crumb Cake
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a bright flavor.
- Don’t overmix the batter—keep it light for a tender crumb.
- Make extra drizzle and store it for pancakes or waffles!
- Chill leftovers; it tastes even better the next day.
Apple Crumb Cake – Topped with Cinnamon Apple Drizzle 🍎✨
- Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Apple Crumb Cake is buttery, moist, and filled with cinnamon-spiced apples, topped with a crunchy crumble and warm cinnamon apple drizzle.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
2 medium apples, diced
1 tsp cinnamon
For the crumb topping:
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/3 cup cold butter
For the drizzle:
1 small apple, diced
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp water
1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla.
4. Mix in sour cream and fold in dry ingredients and apples.
5. Spread batter in pan.
6. Combine crumb topping ingredients and sprinkle over batter.
7. Bake 40–45 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
8. For drizzle, cook apple, butter, sugar, cinnamon, and water until thickened. Stir in powdered sugar if desired.
9. Drizzle over cooled cake and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Use tart apples for best flavor.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or coffee.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
