Easy and Tasty Apple Cake With Crumb Topping Recipe

Name: Easy and Tasty Apple Cake With Crumb Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 100 g butter, softened; 85 g sugar, granulated (can use more if your apples are on the tart side); 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar; 3 eggs; 250 g flour (2 cups); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground; 3 -4 apples, sliced thickly; 8 plain butter cookies (I used 5 butter and 3 almond cookies) or 8 small graham crackers; ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ground; 1 pinch ground red chili pepper (hot)

Servings: persons

100 g butter, softened
85 g sugar, granulated (can use more if your apples are on the tart side)
1 tablespoon vanilla sugar
3 eggs
250 g flour (2 cups)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
3 -4 apples, sliced thickly
8 plain butter cookies (I used 5 butter and 3 almond cookies) or 8 small graham crackers
½ teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1 pinch ground red chili pepper (hot)

1
In a big bowl cream butter, sugar and vanilla sugar for 8 minutes.
2
Then beat in each egg for 30 seconds.
3
In a second bowl combine flour, baking powder and cinnamon.
4
Add this to the butter egg mixture and mix in well.
5
Dough will be thick, but if it seems too thick, add in a splash or two of milk.
6
Pour dough into a well greased spring-form pan (26 cm/10 inch in diameter) and spread it out evenly using the back of a spoon.
7
Arrange apple slices (peel facing up) in circles on top pressing them into the dough about half way.
8
Make the crumb topping by crushing the cookies and combining them with the cinnamon and chilli pepper.
9
Sprinkle this on top of the apple slices.
10
Bake in the pre heated oven at 175C/350F for 40-50 minutes or until nicely browned on top and tester inserted in the centre comes out clean.
11
If the cake threatens to get too brown, cover it with a baking paper.

2095

kcal

Calories

190

Fat

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 100 g butter, softened, 85 g sugar, granulated (can use more if your apples are on the tart side), 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Easy and Tasty Apple Cake With Crumb Topping falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Easy and Tasty Apple Cake With Crumb Topping

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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