Quick and Easy Crumb Cake with Vanilla Icing: A Timeless Delight for All Cake Lovers

This Quick and Easy Crumb Cake combines a soft and fluffy base with a crunchy, sweet streusel topping, finished with a smooth vanilla icing. The cake itself is rich and buttery, with a hint of vanilla, providing a perfect contrast to the crisp, golden crumble. The simple vanilla icing drizzled over the top adds a final touch of sweetness, making this cake not only irresistible but also a delightful treat for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This:

This crumb cake is incredibly easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for last-minute gatherings, weekend treats, or when you need a comforting dessert that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen. The combination of soft cake and crunchy topping offers a satisfying texture with each bite. Its simplicity, paired with delicious flavors, ensures it will be a hit with both children and adults.

Perfect Occasion:

Perfect for a cozy family tea time, brunch gatherings, or as a sweet addition to any potluck. This cake’s casual yet appetizing look makes it suitable for everyday enjoyment yet special enough to serve at celebrations. It’s also a great option for baking beginners to impress their guests without complex procedures.

Decoration Tips:

To enhance the cake’s appearance, consider adding a sprinkle of sliced almonds or a dusting of cinnamon to the streusel before baking for extra flavor and crunch. Once the cake has cooled and just before serving, drizzle the vanilla icing in a zigzag pattern for a professional bakery-like finish. Garnish with fresh berries or mint leaves for a pop of color.

• Ingredients:
  • For the Cake:
    • 150g soft butter
    • 150g sugar
    • 1 packet of vanilla sugar
    • 4 eggs
    • 250g flour
    • 3 tsp baking powder
    • A pinch of salt
  • For the Streusel:
    • 225g flour
    • 120g sugar
    • 1 packet of vanilla sugar
    • 150g melted butter
  • For the Vanilla Icing:
    • 100g powdered sugar
    • 2-3 tbsp water or lemon juice
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease a 32x24x5 cm baking form.
  2. Start with the cake batter by creaming together the butter, sugar, and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared form.
  4. For the streusel, mix the flour, sugar, and vanilla sugar in a bowl. Pour in the melted butter and mix until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the cake batter.
  5. Bake for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely. For the icing, mix the powdered sugar with water or lemon juice to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Enjoy your Quick and Easy Crumb Cake, a scrumptious treat that brings simplicity and flavor together in every slice!