Pennsylvania Dutch Crumb Cake

Indulge in the rustic charm of a classic Pennsylvania Dutch Crumb Cake, a dessert that combines a tender, buttery cake base with a generous layer of sweet, cinnamon-spiced crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting afternoon treat, this beloved recipe is easy to make with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and unsalted butter. The crumb topping, made with softened butter and a hint of cinnamon, creates a golden, melt-in-your-mouth contrast to the moist and fluffy cake beneath. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a bake time of 35 minutes, this crumb cake bakes to perfection in a 9-inch square pan, making it ideal for serving a crowd or treating your family to a cozy, homemade dessert. Serve it warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (for cake)
• 1 cup granulated sugar (for cake)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 0.75 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 unit large egg
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt for the cake base.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and spread it smooth with a spatula.

Step 6

To make the crumb topping, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, softened butter, and ground cinnamon in a medium bowl.

Step 7

Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, mix the ingredients for the topping until they form large, coarse crumbs.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter in the pan, ensuring the surface is fully covered.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1326.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5021.3

Total Fat 205.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 719.1mg	0%
Sodium 2312.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 746.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 405.2g
Protein 59.9g	0%

Vitamin D 121.5IU	0%
Calcium 567.0mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 1162.8mg	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: 36.4%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 58.9%