A light, slightly tangy layer of cake topped with a thick, buttery crumble brings a bold and flavorful balance to this New York Crumb Cake. The big cinnamon flavor and crumbly texture of the streusel complement the fluffy and tender cake perfectly, making this breakfast treat an instant favorite.
Servings : 24
Prep Time 15 minutesmins
Cook Time 55 minutesmins
Total Time 1 hourhr10 minutesmins
Ingredients
For the Cake
Butter for greasing the pan
2 1/2cupsall-purpose flour
1teaspoonbaking powder
1teaspoonbaking soda
1/2teaspoonsalt
1 1/2sticks buttersoftened
1 1/2cupssugar
2eggs
1cupsour cream
1teaspoonpure vanilla extract
For the Streusel Topping
1cuplight brown sugar
1/2cupsugar
1/2teaspoonsalt
1 1/2tablespoonsground cinnamon
2sticks buttermelted
2 1/2cupsall-purpose flour
Instructions
Mix the Batter
Preheat oven to 350.
Butter a 9x13 baking dish and set aside.
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Place the butter in your mixing bowl and cream the butter until smooth.
Add the sugar and continue to beat until the mixture is fluffy.
Add the eggs and beat until completely incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Mix in the sour cream and vanilla.
Gradually add the flour mixture, scraping down the sides of the bowl, beating until incorporated.
Pour the batter in the prepared baking dish, and set aside.
Make the Topping
In a medium bowl, whisk together both sugars, salt, and cinnamon; add melted butter and continue to whisk until thoroughly combined.
Fold in the flour until absorbed; drop chunks of the topping over the entire cake.
Bake the Cake
Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
To Store: Cover tightly in plastic and keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
ToFreeze: Cover in plastic wrap and a layer of foil, or wrap once and keep in a freezer-safe container up to 2 months. Let thaw in the fridge first, then bring to room temperature.
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.