Delicious Homemade Crumb Cake II Recipe

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Delicious Homemade Crumb Cake II Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 05, 2024

Indulge in the perfect crumbly and moist crumb cake with this easy-to-follow recipe. The sweet crumbs on top of a soft cake base make for the perfect combination of textures and flavors. This timeless classic is great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, sugars, butter, and salt. Mix until crumbly. Take out 3/4 cup of this mixture and set aside for topping.
  3. To the remaining flour mixture, add the baking powder, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let cool before cutting into squares. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Crumb cake is said to have originated in Germany as a streuselkuchen, a type of crumb cake traditionally served with coffee.
  • The crumb topping can be customized with nuts, cinnamon, or even chocolate chips for variety.
  • This recipe is a favorite for bake sales, potlucks, and family gatherings due to its crowd-pleasing nature.