Dutch Apple Crumb Cake

Indulge in the warm, spiced decadence of this Dutch Apple Crumb Cake—a delightful fusion of moist cake, tart apples, and a buttery cinnamon crumb topping. Perfectly balanced with cozy hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe transforms simple ingredients like diced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples into a comforting treat that's ideal for any occasion. The tender, fluffy cake base pairs beautifully with the crunchy, golden streusel-like crumb topping, making every bite irresistible. Ready in just under 90 minutes, this dessert or brunch centerpiece is easy to prepare and serves a crowd. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a show-stopping finish to your autumn or holiday gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar (lightly packed)
• 2 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Milk
• 2 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced; e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar (for crumb topping)
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (for crumb topping)
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (melted, for crumb topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three batches, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.

Step 8

To make the crumb topping, combine 1.25 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cups of brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon in a small bowl. Pour in the melted butter and mix with a fork until crumbly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1898.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5945.6

Total Fat 260.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 159.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1038.7mg	0%
Sodium 2171.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 861.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 488.0g
Protein 69.1g	0%

Vitamin D 324.3IU	0%
Calcium 622.6mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 1748.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 56.8%