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Vanilla Crumb Cake

Vanilla Crumb Cake

Julia
Vanilla crumb cake has a soft, buttery base with a gentle vanilla sweetness that feels warm and comforting. The texture is moist and tender, giving a light melt in the mouth feeling with every bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 1 slice
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring scale
  • electric mixer,
  • 8×8 inch baking pan
  • Oven
  • parchment paper,

Ingredients
  

Crumb Topping

  • 180 g all-purpose flour
  • 55 g light brown sugar packed
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 113 g unsalted butter melted

Vanilla Cake

  • 150 g all-purpose flour
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 g baking soda
  • 50 g egg 1 large egg
  • 18 g egg yolk
  • 80 g buttermilk or milk
  • 85 g unsalted butter softened
  • 5 g vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 175°C. Prepare an 8×8 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper and lightly greasing it.
  • Start with the crumb topping. In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add melted butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly. Set it aside for later.
  • Now move to the cake batter. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar together until the mixture looks pale, soft, and creamy.
  • Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix well so everything combines smoothly. Then gradually add flour, baking soda, and milk, mixing gently until you get a smooth, lump-free batter.
  • Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over the surface.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Nutrition Facts Of Vanilla Crumb Cake
Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Sugar: 35g
Keyword Vanilla Crumb Cake