Indulge in the delectable treat of Grandma's One-Bowl Crumb Cake, a classic dessert that combines simplicity and exquisite flavors. This recipe requires minimal effort and just one bowl, making it a perfect choice for home bakers of all skill levels. The crumb topping, consisting of brown sugar, butter, flour, and cinnamon, adds a delightful crunch to the tender crumb cake. This article features two variations of Grandma's One-Bowl Crumb Cake: the original recipe and a decadent chocolate chip version. Whether you prefer the classic taste of the original or crave the indulgent richness of chocolate, this article has a recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and embark on a delightful baking journey with Grandma's One-Bowl Crumb Cake.
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NEW YORK STYLE CRUMB CAKE
This is my favorite recipe for classic New York-style crumb cake. The cake is buttery and moist and you'll definitely enjoy the thick crumb topping!
Provided by Sally
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h50m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper. You can use a glass, ceramic, or metal baking pan. The bake time is similar for each, but use a toothpick to test for doneness. Metal baking pans cook cakes faster. Set pan aside.
- Mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt together in a medium bowl. Stir in the melted butter, then gently mix the flour using a fork. Keep the mixture as large crumbles, do not over-mix. If over-mixed, this will turn into a thick paste. Set aside.
- Whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together. Set aside.
- Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and granulated sugar together on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed. Add the eggs, sour cream, and the vanilla. Beat on medium-high speed until combined. The mixture may look curdled; that's ok. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl as needed. With the mixer on low speed, mix in the dry ingredients until smooth. Do not over-mix. The batter will be thick, creamy, and sticky.
- Spread the batter evenly into prepared baking pan. Top with crumb topping. Using a rubber spatula or the back of a large spoon, press the crumb topping tightly down into the cake so it sticks.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes. Baking times vary, so keep an eye on yours and begin checking at 45 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If you find the top or edges of the cake is/are browning too quickly in the oven, loosely cover it with aluminum foil.
- Remove the cake from the oven and set on a wire rack. Allow to slightly cool for at least 30-45 minutes before cutting. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar before slicing and serving. Use a sifter/fine mesh sieve.
TILLIE'S GINGER CRUMB CAKE
This recipe goes back at least as far as my grandmother, who was born in the early 1900s. Our sons and I enjoy eating it in a bowl with milk poured on it-much to the dismay of my husband, who prefers it plain! -Kathy Nienow Clark, Byron, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Set aside 2 cups. Combine remaining crumb mixture with the remaining ingredients. , Sprinkle 1 cup of the reserved crumbs into a greased 12-in. cast-iron skillet or 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour batter over crumbs and sprinkle with remaining crumbs. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CRUMB CAKE
A super-generous crumb topping and genius pastry chef trick make this the best crumb cake ever.
Categories Breakfast & Brunch
Time 1h10m
Yield One 9x13-inch cake (12 squares)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Using a spoon, stir in the cake flour one cup at a time, until the mixture forms a cohesive dough, like a very thick and clumpy cookie dough. As you add the last cup of flour, the mixture will be difficult to stir, so feel free to ditch the spoon and use your hands to mix it in. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack to the middle position. Grease a 9 x 13-in cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed, scraping the bowl as necessary, until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating until incorporated after each addition (don't worry if the batter looks a little curdled at this point). Beat in the vanilla and scrape the bowl to make sure everything is evenly combined. Add the flour mixture alternately with the sour cream (half of the flour/all of the sour cream/then the remaining half of the flour), mixing on low speed with each addition, until just combined.
- Spread the cake batter evenly in the cake pan (it will only come about ¾ inch up the sides of the pan). Top the batter with the streusel crumbs, using your fingers to break it apart and form it into roughly ½-inch chunks. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until a cake tester inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool fully on a rack. Dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares to serve. Cover the cake with aluminum foil and store at room temperature; it will keep nicely for up to 3 days. To keep the cake fresher longer, store it in the refrigerator but bring it to room temperature before serving.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cake can be frozen for up to 3 months. After it is completely cooled, wrap it tightly with aluminum foil or freezer wrap. Thaw overnight on the countertop before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 708, Fat 32 g, Carbohydrate 97 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sugar 45 g, Fiber 2 g, Sodium 318 mg, Cholesterol 128 mg
GRANDMA'S CRUMB CAKE
A recipe from 1945 that carries on the tradition of warm memories. Great to enjoy on Christmas morning.
Provided by Shirl J 831
Categories Breads
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon and baking powder.
- Cut in shortening, reserve 1/2 cup; set aside.
- Place beaten egg in a measuring cup and add enough milk to equal one cup.
- Add vanilla and combine with flour mixture, mix well.
- Pour into a greased 8 x 8 pan.
- Sprinkle with reserved dry mixture.
- Dot with butter, sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
- Bake 25 minutes at 375°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 245.6, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 25.2, Protein 4
GRANDMA'S CRUMB CAKE CUPCAKES (OR CAKE)
This is a recipe my grandmother made all the time. I didn't like raisins, so she always made half without. Was I spoiled, or what? Like many of her old recipes that I have found, she didn't have instructions, just ingredients. (she used a wood stove to cook until I was in junior high (1960s), so many of her recipes just said bake in a hot oven, etc.) I tend to write down ingredients but no directions myself! NOTE: See step #8 for directions on baking as an oblong cake.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Breads
Time 35m
Yield 20 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
- Line muffin tins or cupcake tins with paper cupcake liners.
- With pastry knife or fingers, cut butter into flour and sugar until crumbly. Reserve 1/2 cup for topping.
- Add remaining ingredients to flour mixture and stir until just mixed.
- Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and sprinkle reserved crumb mixture evenly over tops.
- Bake 20-25 minutes.
- Cool on wire rack.
- To make a cake, pour batter into a greased and floured oblong baking pan and top with reserved crumbs. Bake as above.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will help your crumb cake taste its best. If you can, use organic fruits and vegetables.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your crumb cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the crumb topping stay together. You can chill the dough for up to 2 hours.
- Bake the crumb cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
- Let the crumb cake cool before serving: This will give the cake time to set and the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Grandma's One-Bowl Crumb Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you're serving it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this crumb cake is sure to be a hit.
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