Introduction:
Few things beat a warm slice of New York-style crumb cake with your morning coffee. That thick, buttery cinnamon crumb layer over a soft, tender vanilla cake? It’s the kind of nostalgic comfort food that brings bakery vibes right into your kitchen.
🍰 Why You’ll Love This Crumb Cake
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✅ Buttery and tender base
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✅ Extra-thick crumb topping
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✅ Classic cinnamon-sugar flavor
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✅ Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
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✅ Easy to make — no mixer needed!
🛒 Ingredients
For the cake base:
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
For the crumb topping:
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1 cup brown sugar
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1/2 cup melted butter
🧁 How to Make It
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8″ baking pan.
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Mix cake ingredients: cream butter and sugar, then add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Mix in dry ingredients.
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Pour batter into pan.
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In a bowl, combine all crumb topping ingredients. Mix until large crumbs form. Sprinkle evenly over batter.
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Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let it cool slightly before slicing — and enjoy every soft, crumbly bite.
☕ Serve It With…
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Freshly brewed coffee
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Vanilla ice cream (for dessert)
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A dusting of powdered sugar for extra charm