Good Morning Crumb Cake
User Reviews
5
Good Morning Crumb Cake
Description
Good Morning Crumb Cake combines a spiced batter with a rich, crumbly topping that is baked in a 10x15 inch pan. The base batter includes flour, sugars, spices, softened butter, eggs, baking soda, and Greek yogurt, which adds moisture and tender texture. The crumb topping is prepared separately by cutting butter into a mixture of flour, sugars, salt, and spices until crumbly, then scattered evenly over the batter before baking.
The result is a tender, moist cake with a crisp, fragrant topping spiced with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Baking until a knife inserted comes out clean ensures proper doneness. The cake is best enjoyed warm, optionally spread with a bit of butter for added richness.
This crumb cake slices well and is suited for breakfast, coffee breaks, or dessert. Serving it warm highlights the contrast between the soft cake and crisp topping. Cooling slightly or serving at room temperature also works well.
Serving warm is recommended but it also keeps its texture when cooled. The cake can be cut into squares and stored, making it a practical option for feeding guests or an easy treat on hand.
Ingredients
- 4 ½ cups flour
- 2 ¼ cups sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ginger
- ⅛ teaspoon cloves ground
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 ticks butter softened
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla
- 3 egg
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (may sub sour cream)
- butter spreadable, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Spray a 10x15 inch pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- For the Topping: In a large bowl combine 2 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cinnamon, ginger, ground cloves, nutmeg, and whisk to combine. Cut in 2 sticks butter until mixture is crumbly.
- In another bowl, cream remaining butter with remaining sugar. Beat until fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla, baking soda, and remaining salt. Add flour and mix until just combine. Mix in greek yogurt (or sour cream). Spread in prepared pan. Crumble topping over batter.
- Bake 35 minutes-40 minutes or until an inserted knife comes out clean. Cut and serve warm with optional butter on top.
Notes
- Best served warm to enjoy the contrast between tender cake and crumb topping.
- The Greek yogurt can be substituted with sour cream for similar moisture and texture.
- Use softened butter to achieve a crumbly topping and tender cake crumb.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 69g | 23% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 201mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 87mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
| Vitamin A | 46IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
