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New York Crumb Cake

A classic New York crumb cake with a tender cake base and a generous, buttery streusel topping.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the Crumb Topping

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 sticks butter melted

For the Cake

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 sticks butter softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt for the cake. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine all ingredients for the crumb topping: flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and mix with a fork until coarse crumbs form.
  • Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter.
  • Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

This New York Crumb Cake is best served slightly warm or at room temperature.