Old Fashioned Crumb Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of an Old Fashioned Crumb Cake, a timeless classic that’s as comforting as it is delicious. This recipe balances a moist and tender buttermilk-infused cake with a buttery, cinnamon-scented crumb topping that’s absolutely irresistible. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this effortless treat features pantry staples like brown sugar, vanilla, and flour, making it an ideal homemade dessert or coffee companion. The generous crumb layer adds a delicate crunch and rustic appeal, while an optional dusting of powdered sugar provides the perfect finishing touch. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this crumb cake is destined to become a family favorite, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

Step 3

Cut in 1 cup of unsalted butter (cold and cubed) using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Set aside 1 1/4 cups of this crumb mixture to be used as the topping.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, mix the remaining crumb mixture with 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.

Step 6

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of buttermilk, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 7

Pour the wet ingredients into the large mixing bowl with the crumb mixture. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

To the reserved crumb mixture, add 3/4 cup of brown sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, mixing until combined.

Step 10

Sprinkle the crumb topping mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 13

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar (optional) before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1121.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3706.2

Total Fat 111.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 460.8mg	0%
Sodium 1167.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 661.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 473.4g
Protein 40.0g	0%

Vitamin D 167.9IU	0%
Calcium 528.8mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 898.0mg	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: 26.3%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 69.5%