Martha Stewart Apple Crumb Cake

This Martha Stewart apple crumb cake is a buttery and cinnamon-spiced recipe, which uses fresh apples and a thick crumb topping. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in just 1 hour.

Martha Stewart Apple Crumb Cake Ingredients

Cake:

• ½ cup butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¾ cup milk
• 2 small apples, peeled and chopped

Crumb Topping:

• ½ cup butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

How To Make Martha Stewart Apple Crumb Cake

1. Preheat and prep the pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick spray.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until creamy using a hand or stand mixer.
3. Add dry ingredients: Mix in flour, salt, and baking powder. The mixture may look crumbly.
4. Add milk: Pour in the milk and mix until a smooth batter forms.
5. Layer the cake: Spread half of the batter into the prepared pan. Top evenly with chopped apples.
6. Make crumb topping: In a separate bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs—do not overmix.
7. Assemble the layers: Sprinkle half the crumb topping over the apples. Spread the remaining batter on top and finish with the rest of the crumb topping.
8. Bake and cool: Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Recipe Tips

• What kind of apples should I use? Firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well and won’t get mushy.
• Why is my crumb topping pasty? Overmixing the topping will turn it into a paste—use your fingers or a fork to gently combine.
• Can I add a glaze? Yes! Mix 1 cup powdered sugar with vanilla and cream to drizzle over the top.
• How to avoid overmixing: Stir the batter just until combined to keep the cake light and tender.
• Best way to store: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 4 days.

What To Serve With Apple Crumb Cake

This sweet cake pairs perfectly with cozy drinks and simple toppings:

• Hot coffee or tea
• Warm apple cider
• Vanilla ice cream
• Whipped cream
• Caramel drizzle

How To Store Apple Crumb Cake

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Refrigerate: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.

Apple Crumb Cake Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 362 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 51g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 17g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Sugar: 30g
• Sodium: 307mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use oil instead of butter?
Butter is key for flavor and crumb structure—substituting oil will change the texture.

Can I double this recipe?
Yes, bake in a 9×13-inch pan and increase bake time slightly.

Can I make this gluten-free?
Use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend and check for doneness early.

Can I add nuts or raisins?
Yes, fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or raisins for added texture.

How do I keep the cake from being dry?
Measure flour carefully and avoid overbaking. Use room temp ingredients for best results.

Try More Recipes:

• Martha Stewart Apple Coffee Cake
• Martha Stewart Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake
• Martha Stewart Apple Cider Cake