Classic Crumb Cake Recipe

Name: Classic Crumb Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, more for the pan; ½ cup granulated sugar; ¾ cup packed light brown sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 pinch table salt; 2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups all-purpose flour; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 large egg; ¾ cup milk; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups unsalted butter, more for the pan
½ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch table salt
2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 large egg
¾ cup milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar, for dusting

1
Make the topping:.
2
Position a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 350F In a large saucepan, melt all the butter; remove from the heat.
3
Pour 1/2 cup into a measuring cup and reserve for mixing the cake batter.
4
Add the sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the remaining butter in the saucepan.
5
Stir with a fork, pressing when needed, until there are no lumps of sugar.
6
Add the flour and stir gently until well blended and crumbly.
7
Set aside.
8
Make the cake:.
9
Lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking pan.
10
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
11
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg, milk, reserved 1/2 cup melted butter, and vanilla until combined.
12
Pour the liquids over the dry ingredients and gently stir until just blended.
13
Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
14
Break up the crumb mixture with your fingers and sprinkle it evenly and generously over the cake batter.
15
Bake until the top is lightly browned, the cake springs back when lightly pressed in the center, and a pick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes.
16
Cool on a rack and dust with the confectioners sugar.
17
Serve warm or at room temperature.

1606

kcal

Calories

Fat

219

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, more for the pan, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Classic Crumb Cake falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Crumb Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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