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The Best Apple Crumb Cake

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A nostalgic apple crumb cake that is simple to make and packed with warm spices and sweet apples, perfect for family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups diced apples
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and sugar.
  3. Cream the softened butter until smooth, then add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced apples gently.
  6. Prepare the crumb topping by mixing brown sugar, rolled oats, and flour, then adding the melted butter.
  7. Assemble the cake by pouring the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkling the crumb topping on top.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool for 10-15 minutes, then whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle it over the cake.

Notes

Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added delight.

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