Apple Crumb Cake

Apple Crumb Cake is a moist, tender cake layered with spiced apple chunks and topped with a buttery, crunchy streusel crumb topping. It typically features flour, sugar, butter, cinnamon, and fresh apples, and is a beloved dessert or coffee cake with roots in German and American baking traditions.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cake is generally high in carbohydrates and fat due to the sugar, butter, and flour, with a moderate amount of protein from the eggs and flour. A single serving can range from 300 to 450 calories, providing quick energy and some dietary fiber from the apples.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	320 mg
Potassium	140 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Vitamin A	80 mcg
Vitamin C	3 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.2 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg

Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a staple in American home baking and coffee shops, often enjoyed as a comforting breakfast or snack. Nutritionally, the apples add a touch of fiber and vitamins, making it a slightly more wholesome option compared to purely frosted cakes.