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Glazed Apple Crumb Cake

Deliciously Moist Glazed Apple Crumb Cake for Cozy Days

A delightful Glazed Apple Crumb Cake that's moist and flavorful, perfect for cozy days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (cold) Can use cold coconut oil or vegan butter for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less refined option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with apple pie spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated is preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Applesauce can be used for a healthier alternative.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced or substituted with a favorite sugar alternative.
  • 1 Egg Can use flaxseed meal mixed with water for egg-free.
  • 1 Egg White
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be an alternative.
  • 2 cups Apple (peeled and diced) Tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Pecans can be used or omit for nut-free.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can be omitted or substituted with a sugar alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Use non-dairy for dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used instead.

Equipment

  • 9x9 baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9 baking pan by lightly greasing it with nonstick spray.
  2. Combine all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon. Cut in cold unsalted butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In another bowl, whisk vegetable oil, granulated sugar, egg, egg white, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in diced apples and chopped walnuts.
  5. Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and sprinkle the crumb topping over it, pressing lightly.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until edges are golden and firm. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Prepare the warm vanilla glaze by whisking melted butter, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  8. Drizzle the warm glaze over the cake after it cools for 10-15 minutes, allowing it to set briefly before slicing.
  9. Slice the cake into squares and serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is cold for the crumb topping and avoid overmixing for a lighter cake.

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