Description
Cinnamon Apple Crumb Cake is the ultimate fall dessert that combines the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg with tender apples, all topped with a buttery crumb streusel. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting afternoon treat, this easy-to-make cake fills your home with an inviting aroma. Whether you’re hosting friends or indulging in a quiet weekend at home, this flavorful dessert is sure to impress. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or let it cool and drizzle it with apple cider glaze for an extra touch of sweetness. Enjoy every bite of this delightful autumn-inspired cake!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3/4 cup butter (melted and divided)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tart apples (peeled and chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- For the glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar, apple cider
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix together dry streusel ingredients; add melted butter and mix until moist.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until fluffy; add egg, vanilla, and sour cream.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Layer half the batter in the pan, top with apples and streusel; repeat with remaining batter and streusel.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a tester comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before removing from the pan; drizzle with glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg