Cake Ingredients Crumb Topping Glaze (Optional)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
2 medium apples, peeled and diced
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to make removal easier.
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Step 2: Prepare the Cake Batter
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with Greek yogurt (or sour cream). Start and end with dry ingredients to ensure even mixing.
Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
Step 3: Prepare the Crumb Topping
In a small bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Cut in the cold butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 4: Assemble and Bake
Spread the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter, pressing it down lightly.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Make the Glaze (Optional)
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract until smooth.
Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
Drizzle with glaze or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
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