Gluten-Free New York-Style Crumb Cake
A comforting and easy-to-make gluten-free crumb cake perfect for breakfast or as a snack, featuring a rich crumb topping and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
For the Crumb Topping
- ½ cup butter or dairy-free butter, melted adds moisture
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed provides richness
- ¼ cup white sugar adds sweetness
- 1½ teaspoons cinnamon introduces warmth
- ¼ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
- 1¼ cup gluten-free all purpose flour provides structure
For the Cake
- ¾ cup butter or dairy-free butter, room temperature creates tenderness
- ¾ cup white sugar for sweetness
- 2 large eggs, room temperature binds ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds depth
- 1½ cups gluten-free all purpose flour for structure and texture
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder leavening agent
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda provides lift
- ½ teaspoon salt balances flavor
- ¾ cup sour cream or dairy-free sour cream adds moisture and richness
- 1-2 tablespoons powdered or confectioners sugar for topping finishing touch
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, salt, and gluten-free flour for the crumb topping. Stir until crumbly and set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and white sugar until light and fluffy using a whisk or rubber spatula.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with sour cream, starting and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
Baking
- Pour half of the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter layer.
- Pour the remaining batter on top of the crumb topping, gently spreading it to cover.
- Bake the cake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
Make sure the butter is at room temperature for better creaming. Measure gluten-free flour accurately for the right texture. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing.