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Apple Crumble Cake with Vanilla Glaze: A Cozy Dessert for Any Occasion


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  • Author: Clara
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

This Apple Crumble Cake with Vanilla Glaze is the ultimate cozy dessert, blending warm cinnamon-spiced apples with a tender, moist cake. Topped with a buttery crumble and drizzled with sweet vanilla glaze, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a casual afternoon treat or a centerpiece for a family gathering, this cake is pure comfort on a plate.


Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup yogurt (125g)
  • ½ cup oil (108g)
  • ¾ cup white sugar (150g)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (50g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (220g)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 ½ cups diced apples

For the Crumble Topping:

  • ⅔ cup brown sugar (135g)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter (cold, cubed)

For the Vanilla Glaze (Optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 23 tbsp milk

Instructions

  • Prepare the Baking Pan:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Grease a 9-inch round baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Mix the Wet Ingredients:
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, yogurt, oil, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-blended.
  • Combine the Dry Ingredients:
    • In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Fold in the Apples:
    • Gently fold in the diced apples to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
  • Make the Crumble Topping:
    • In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
    • Add the cold butter cubes and use a fork or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Assemble the Cake:
    • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
    • Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the batter.
  • Bake the Cake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the Cake:
    • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Vanilla Glaze (Optional):
    • In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
    • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake for added sweetness.

Notes

20 minutes

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American