Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery with the most irresistible Cinnamon Swirl Apple Crumb Cake that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Imagine a warm, moist cake bursting with tender apple chunks, swirled with fragrant cinnamon, and topped with a crumbly, buttery oat topping that'll have everyone begging for a second slice. This isn't just a cake - it's a slice of pure comfort that bridges the gap between classic American desserts and homemade warmth that'll make your family and friends think you've secretly trained as a professional pastry chef.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg to create a uniform dry mixture.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.
- Gently fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- For the crumb topping, combine brown sugar, rolled oats, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in softened butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-oat crumb topping generously over the entire surface of the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before cutting into squares.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Optional: dust with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips
- To ensure your Cinnamon Swirl Apple Crumb Cake turns out perfectly every time, keep these pro tips in mind:
- Use room temperature ingredients, especially butter and eggs, to create a smoother, more evenly mixed batter.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- Choose firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure to grease your pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- For an extra touch of decadence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Let the cake cool slightly before cutting to help it set and make cleaner slices.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 310kcal
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 70mg
