Sara Lee Crumb Cake Copycat

Recreate the timeless delight of your favorite bakery with this irresistible Sara Lee Crumb Cake Copycat recipe. Featuring a buttery, tender vanilla cake base and a generous layer of cinnamon-scented brown sugar crumb topping, this homemade version perfectly captures the nostalgic flavors of the iconic treat. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and unsalted butter, you can whip up this delectable cake in just under an hour. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or served as-is, this crumb cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Ideal for sharing with family and friends, it’s a comforting classic that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat 0.5 cups of softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in vanilla extract.

Step 5

Alternately add the dry flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients in three additions, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

In another medium bowl, prepare the crumb topping by combining the remaining 0.5 cups of flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and 0.5 cups of melted unsalted butter. Use a fork to mix until crumbs form.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter, ensuring full coverage.

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

Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness and presentation.

Step 12

Cut into squares and serve as a delightful breakfast treat or dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1233.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4151.3

Total Fat 112.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 636.5mg	0%
Sodium 2172.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 756.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 517.1g
Protein 51.0g	0%

Vitamin D 162.5IU	0%
Calcium 651.9mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 1208.5mg	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: 23.9%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 71.3%