

Holds very well covered and at room temperature. I also use buttermilk because it gives the cake more "oomph" and better texture, rise and set. Also, if you're at elevation, increase the vanilla and cinnamon a bit. Cooking time closer to 30-32 minutes for me. I press them lightly into the cake because I'm at a high elevation (7000 feet) and the cake rises quickly. You want to lay down big chunks of crumb. As to the crumbs, if you are using unsalted butter (as I usually do) then add 1/2 tsp of salt to the crumb mixture. It's a thin cake layer with a LOT of crumbs. Having read through the comments, here are a few of my own: the cake batter is definitely enough for a 9 x 13 pan. I am making my fourth and fifth batch of this cake today (in a week.no shame here) because it is that. Now we're in New Mexico where crumb cake just doesn't exist. Powdered sugar: A sprinkling of powdered sugar after baking tops off this decadent and delicious cake!īorn and raised on Long Island husband from Staten Island/NJ.(Yes, we’re using two sticks of butter…and it’s worth it!) We are not skimping on it in this recipe. Butter: Butter binds all of the crumb topping ingredients together.Cinnamon: Cinnamon is a key flavoring for a crumb topping mix.Mix for an additional minute, or until well combined. Its thick granules also provide a crumbly texture when mixed with flour. Into a large mixing bowl or stand mixer place 1/3 C softened butter, and 1/2 C sugar.


Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract adds a rich flavor to crumb cake.I used canola oil, but any light-flavored vegetable oil will work as well. Oil: Oil adds moisture to the cake and helps ingredients mix together.I used 2%, whole milk or 1% will also work well in this recipe. Milk: Milk adds moisture to the ingredients and helps them mix well together.Egg: You’ll only need one egg, which will be a binder and add moisture to the cake.Including adding balanced flavor and mixing with other ingredients to provide a soft-textured cake. Salt: Salt plays many roles in baking.Baking powder: Baking powder helps the cake rise and become light and fluffy.Sugar: Granulated sugar sweetens and mixes to soften the cake.APF is a hearty flour that will create a tender yet strong cake that holds the crumb layer. Flour: All-purpose flour works best for crumb cakes.Chances are good that you have everything you need to make this incredible New York crumb cake.
