Quick Apple Crumb Cake

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Quick Apple Crumb Cake, a moist and tender treat loaded with juicy chunks of fresh apples and topped with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced crumb layer. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make dessert combines the warmth of ground cinnamon, the sweetness of brown sugar, and the satisfying crunch of a golden crumb topping. Perfect for both weekday indulgence and festive gatherings, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a must-try for busy bakers looking for an effortless yet impressive fall-inspired dessert. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoy it alongside your morning coffee for a touch of sweetness to start the day.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 0.75 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed (for crumb topping)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted (for crumb topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.75 cup granulated sugar, 0.5 cup packed brown sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together 0.5 cup melted butter, 0.75 cup milk, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apples gently with a spatula.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Step 7

To make the crumb topping, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup packed brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Add 0.5 cup melted butter and mix with a fork until crumbs form.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the cake batter.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1736.2 grams (1736.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5146

Total Fat 211.70g	271%
Saturated Fat 128.70g	644%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 909mg	303%
Sodium 1650mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 765.10g	278%
Dietary Fiber 23.90g	85%
Total Sugars 412.80g
Protein 65.90g	132%

Vitamin D 239IU	1193%
Calcium 653mg	50%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 1679mg	36%

*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: 36.4%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 58.5%