Glazed Apple Crumb Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Glazed Apple Crumb Cake, a moist and buttery treat perfect for any occasion. This cake features tender apples enveloped in a rich batter, crowned with a sweet cinnamon crumb topping and finished with a warm vanilla glaze. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, enjoying a family gathering, or simply treating yourself to a cozy evening at home, this dessert is sure to impress. With its inviting aroma and irresistible taste, it’s no wonder this cake has become a beloved favorite among dessert enthusiasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 egg white
- 1 apple (peeled and diced)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- Ground cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for crumb topping)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons butter (melted, for glaze)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons brown sugar (for glaze)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons granulated sugar (for glaze)
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for glaze)
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×9 baking pan with nonstick spray.
- In one bowl, mix together flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon for the crumb topping. Cut in cold butter until crumbly and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, salt, vegetable oil, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until combined. Fold in diced apples and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle with crumb topping, and gently press down.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown; check for doneness by testing the center.
- For the glaze: whisk melted butter with sugars and milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled or warm cake before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 83g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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