Indulge in the delightful simplicity of our Quick and Delicious One-Dough Creamy Crumble Cake. This straightforward recipe involves a versatile dough that doubles up both as a base and as delightful streusel toppings. Filled with a rich, creamy mixture of curd and cream, and topped with juicy tangerines, this cake offers a wonderful combination of textures and flavors that's both refreshing and satisfying.
Why You'll Love This: This cake is a dream come true for those who appreciate recipes that are both simple to prepare and delicious. The unique aspect of using the same dough for the base and crumble adds a lovely textural contrast to the smooth filling. The bursts of citrus from the tangerines provide a zesty freshness that cuts through the sweetness, making each bite perfectly balanced.
Perfect Occasion: This Creamy Crumble Cake is ideal for almost any occasion — be it a casual brunch, a family gathering, or a festive celebration. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for last-minute plans. The cake's appealing look and taste also make it a great choice for potlucks, picnics, or as a comforting treat to brighten up any weekday.
Decoration Tips: For an added touch of elegance, dust the top with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze. To enhance the presentation, arrange additional tangerine slices on top right before serving. This not only makes the cake more visually appealing but also emphasizes the citrus flavor.
Ingredients:
- For the dough:
- 250g soft butter
- 200g sugar
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1 egg
- 550g flour
- For the streusel:
- Reserved handful of dough
- 2 tablespoons flour
- For the filling:
- 1kg curd
- 400ml cream
- 250g sugar
- Vanilla essence
- 1 packet vanilla pudding powder
- 2 eggs
- Additional:
- 2 cans of tangerines, drained
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, combine soft butter, sugar, baking powder, an egg, and flour. Knead these ingredients into a soft, pliable dough. Press this dough evenly into a greased 24x35cm baking pan, reserving a handful for the streusel topping.
- Make the streusel: Chop the reserved dough and mix with two tablespoons of flour to create crumbly streusel.
- Prepare the filling: In a separate bowl, mix the curd, cream, sugar, vanilla essence, vanilla pudding powder, and eggs until well blended. Pour this mixture over the prepared dough base.
- Add fruits and topping: Evenly distribute the drained tangerines over the filling. Sprinkle the streusel topping over the tangerines.
- Bake: Place in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) and bake until the edges are golden brown and the filling is set, about 40-45 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan before slicing. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or garnish with fresh tangerine slices before serving.
Enjoy your slice of this Quick and Delicious One-Dough Creamy Crumble Cake, where convenience meets sophistication in every tasty bite!