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New York Style Crumb Cake

A rich and buttery New York Style Crumb Cake topped with a deliciously crumbly streusel, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 pieces
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cake

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups sour cream

For the crumb topping

  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start and end with flour, mixing gently until just combined.

Assembling and Baking

  • In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and 1/4 cup flour for the crumb topping, and mix well.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth it into an even layer.
  • Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven, let it cool for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, cut the cake into squares and serve.

Notes

For an elevated dessert, serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.
Keyword Crumb Cake, Dessert Recipe, Easy Cake Recipe, homemade cake, New York Style Crumb Cake