Strawberry Crumble Cake
A warm, comforting cake that combines sweet strawberries with a buttery crumble, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 2 cups All-purpose flour For structure and a tender crumb.
- 3/4 cup Granulated sugar Adds sweetness and browning.
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder Lift for a soft, tall cake.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened For richness.
- 2 Large eggs, room temperature For tenderness and binding.
- 1/2 cup Whole milk Or buttermilk for tang.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Aroma and depth.
- 3 cups Fresh strawberries, hulled and halved The star ingredient.
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest Brightens the berries.
For the crumble
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar Deep caramel notes.
- 4 tablespoons Cold butter, cut into cubes Creates flakiness.
- 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup Rolled oats Adds texture; optional.
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds warmth.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square pan and line it with parchment for easy removal.
- Whisk together 2 cups flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating until smooth, then stir in vanilla.
- Alternately add the dry mix and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry mix. Fold gently to keep a light, tender batter.
- Gently fold in the halved strawberries and lemon zest.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Crumble Topping
- Make the crumble by cutting cold butter into flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon until pea-sized crumbs form.
- Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the batter.
Baking
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool for 10–15 minutes in the pan before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute whole-grain flour. Can also be made dairy-free with coconut oil.