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Apple Crumb Cake

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Apple Crumb Cake, a perfect dessert that brings warmth and comfort to any occasion. With its moist vanilla cinnamon cake base, sweet cinnamon-infused apples, and a crunchy crumb topping, every bite is a symphony of textures and tastes. Topped with a luscious maple glaze, this cake is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own with a cup of coffee, this Apple Crumb Cake will surely satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 small or 3 large red gala apple, diced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 120 g all-purpose flour
  • 200 g dark brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 85 g butter, room temperature
  • 340 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 125 g butter, room temperature
  • 225 g granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs, room temperature
  • 225 g sour cream, room temperature
  • 40 g vegetable oil, e.g. canola oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 125 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tsp water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix diced apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
  3. For the crumb topping, combine flour, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter until crumbly; set aside.
  4. Cream butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl, then add eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, oil, and vanilla.
  5. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually combine with the wet ingredients.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, layer with apple filling, top with remaining batter and crumb topping.
  7. Bake for about 70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool before drizzling with maple glaze made from powdered sugar, maple syrup, sour cream, vanilla extract, and water.

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