Streuselkuchen (German Crumb Cake)

A Streuselkuchen on a plate that sits on a wooden board.

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Streuselkuchen (German Crumb Cake)

4 ingredients and 40 minutes. Yes, German crumb cake, aka Streuselkuchen, is that quick and easy to make!

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Cake, Dessert

Cuisine: German

Servings: servings

Calories: 351kcal

Author: Caro Jensen

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
24 oz dark Morello cherries in syrup pitted

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine softened 1/2 cup butter, 3/4 cup sugar, and 2 cups all-purpose flour with a large spoon until they form crumbles. Be careful not to overmix; the texture should be crumbly yet sticking together when pressed between your fingers.
1/2 cup butter, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 cups all-purpose flour
Take an 8-inch round cake tin, greased, and spread half of the crumb mixture evenly across the bottom. Use the palm of your hand to press the crumbs firmly into a solid base.
Ensure the pitted 24 oz dark Morello cherries in syrup are well-drained, then arrange them evenly over the crumb base.
24 oz dark Morello cherries in syrup
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the cherries and gently press it down for them to stick to the cake once baked.
Bake the Streuselkuchen for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool slightly and serve!

Notes

Soften the butter: Soften the butter lightly but don't melt it. This way the streusel come together easily and hold their shape when baking.

Adjust if needed: It's best to measure the ingredients with a scale as the ratio of wet and dry ingredients is crucial to perfect crumbs. Add an extra teaspoon of softened butter to the mix if the crumbs are too dry and don't hold together at all.

Make them stick: Generously sprinkle the crumb topping over the cherries. Press it down lightly to ensure it sticks to the cake as it bakes.

Storage: To store German crumb cake, cool it completely, place it in an airtight container, and refrigerate it for up to 2-3 days or freeze it for up to 3 months.

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