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Delightfully Easy Lemon Crumb Cake Recipe

Lemon Crumb Cake

This delightful Lemon Crumb Cake is easy to whip up and quick to bake, making it perfect for any occasion or a cozy evening at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the Crumb Topping
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Mix in the buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and mix until crumbly.
  4. Step 4: Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the batter.
  5. Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Step 6: While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice if needed.
  7. Step 7: Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
  8. Step 8: Slice and enjoy your delicious Lemon Crumb Cake!

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for about a week. You can also freeze the cake for up to 3 months.