Apple Spice Crumb Cake

Indulge in the cozy, autumn-inspired flavors of this Apple Spice Crumb Cake, a delightful treat loaded with warm spices and tender apple pieces. Perfectly moist and topped with a buttery crumb layer, this cake combines cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for a fragrant and flavorful bite, while juicy chunks of fresh apple add a touch of natural sweetness. The easy-to-make batter comes together quickly, making it ideal for casual gatherings, holiday desserts, or an indulgent weekend coffee pairing. A dusting of confectioners' sugar adds a beautiful finishing touch, making every slice as visually appealing as it is delicious. With just 25 minutes of prep time and a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen, this crumb cake is guaranteed to become a favorite dessert for fall and beyond!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups Brown sugar
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Whole milk
• 2 cups Apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 2 medium apples)
• 2 tablespoons Confectioners' sugar (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

Step 3

Add the melted butter to the dry ingredients and mix with a fork until the mixture becomes crumbly. Set aside 1 cup of this mixture for the crumb topping.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 6

Fold the diced apples into the batter and spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Step 7

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top of the batter.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.

Step 10

Optional: Dust the top with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1222.6 grams (1222.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2855

Total Fat 18.80g	24%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 394mg	131%
Sodium 2349mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 628.20g	228%
Dietary Fiber 14.70g	53%
Total Sugars 381.20g
Protein 50.50g	101%

Vitamin D 163IU	813%
Calcium 541mg	42%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 1305mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 87.1%