Warm Strawberry Crumb Cake
Cozy up with a slice of Warm Strawberry Crumb Cake, a delightful dessert that combines tender layers of buttery vanilla cake with a juicy burst of fresh strawberries nestled in between. Topped with a sweet, cinnamon-infused crumb topping, this cake delivers the perfect balance of comforting flavors and textures in every bite. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, this recipe is both approachable and irresistibly delicious. Serve it warm for peak indulgence—perfect for brunches, tea parties, or a comforting dessert after dinner. Savor the summer sweetness of strawberries paired with the buttery crunch of the crumb topping in this ultimate crowd-pleaser that’s as beautiful as it is tasty.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter (cold)
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Strawberries (fresh, hulled and sliced)
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt.
Cut the cold unsalted butter (0.75 cups) into small cubes, then use a pastry cutter or two forks to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 0.75 cups of whole milk, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spread half of the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing it evenly with a spatula.
Layer the sliced fresh strawberries (2 cups) evenly over the batter.
Spread the remaining batter over the strawberries, covering them as much as possible. It's okay if some strawberries peek through.
In a small bowl, combine 0.5 cups of brown sugar, the remaining 0.25 cups of granulated sugar, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Add 0.5 cups of cold unsalted butter (cut into small cubes) to the brown sugar mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix it until it forms a crumbly texture.
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.9 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 291 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
