Indulge in the cozy warmth of this Spiced Apple Crumble Cake, featuring soft, cinnamon-laced apples, a rich and crumbly topping, all finished with a decadent caramel drizzle.
Crumb Topping Ingredients:
- 90g Unsalted Butter (cold and cubed)
- 90g All-Purpose Flour
- 112g Light Brown Sugar
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Crumb Topping Method:
- In a bowl, mix the butter, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Use a pastry cutter or an electric mixer on low speed to blend until the mixture becomes clumpy and moist, ensuring no dry flour remains.
- Place this mixture in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the cake batter.
Cake Ingredients:
- 245g Milk
- 15g White Vinegar
- 80g Vegetable Oil
- 40g Butter (melted)
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 160g Grated Apples (mix of Granny Smith and Pink Lady, save some for topping)
- 330g All-Purpose Flour
- 185g Brown Sugar
- 3 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Cake Method:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- Grate the apples, using a cloth or paper towel, press to remove any excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: milk, white vinegar, vegetable oil, melted butter, and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the grated apples. The batter will be thick.
- Transfer the cake batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Arrange the reserved apple slices on top of the batter for decoration, then generously sprinkle with the chilled crumb topping.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean and the cake is firm to the touch.
- Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, brush the top with caramel sauce or maple syrup for added sweetness. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Enjoy this delightful cake as a treat on a crisp fall day, surrounded by the laughter of loved ones and the joy of the season.
