Experience the Burst of Berries in Every Bite!
Indulge in the delightful fusion of juicy strawberries and a buttery crumble topping with this Strawberry Crumble Cake recipe. Perfect for any season, this cake brings a fresh twist to your dessert table!
Gather Your Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 200g All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 57g Melted Butter
- 1/4 Cup Vegetable Oil
- 100g Soft Brown Sugar
- 50g Granulated Sugar
- 170g Sour Cream
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 200g Frozen Strawberries
- For the Crumble:
- 12 tbsp Flour
- 2 tbsp Soft Brown Sugar
- 4 tbsp Granulated Sugar
- A Sprinkle of Salt
- 60g Butter (Room Temperature)
Creating Your Cake Masterpiece:
- Crumble Prep: Begin by combining all the ingredients for the crumble in a bowl. Mix until you have a coarse, crumbly texture. Set aside for later.
- Oven Readiness: Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper, ensuring a smooth baking process.
- Dry Mix: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. This mixture will form the cake's base.
- Wet Mix: In a larger bowl, whisk the melted butter, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and well-combined. Stir in the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract, blending until a creamy consistency is achieved.
- Combine: Gradually add about three-quarters of your dry mix into the wet mix, whisking to avoid lumps. For the strawberries, toss them in the remaining dry mix (this clever trick prevents them from sinking in the batter).
- Strawberry Fusion: Gently fold the strawberry mixture into the cake batter. Mix just until combined – remember, overmixing is a no-no!
- Crumble Topping: Sprinkle your prepared crumble generously over the top, creating a layer of crunchy goodness.
- Baking Time: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and let it bake for 35-40 minutes. You're looking for a golden hue and a skewer that comes out clean when inserted.
- Cool Down: Once baked, allow the cake to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack for complete cooling.
Ready to Serve:
Your Strawberry Crumble Cake is now ready to be sliced and enjoyed! Perfect with a cup of tea or as a stand-alone treat, this cake is sure to captivate your taste buds with its moist texture and rich, berry flavor. Enjoy the harmony of sweet and tangy in every slice! 🍓🍰💖