Description
This Best Italian Crumb Cake with Jam Filling is a buttery, golden treat layered with your favorite fruity jam and topped with a tender crumb crust. Perfect for coffee breaks, brunches, or cozy desserts, this simple crumb cake recipe is irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 large egg
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup jam (any flavor: raspberry, apricot, strawberry, etc.)
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Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
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Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
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Make the Crumb Mixture:
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In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Add melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Stir until crumbly.
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Layer the Cake:
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Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
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Spread jam evenly over the crust, leaving a slight border around the edges.
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Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top and lightly press.
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Bake:
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Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden and jam is bubbling.
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Cool & Serve:
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Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
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Notes
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Use a tart jam like raspberry or apricot to balance the sweet crumb.
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Substitute half the flour with almond flour for a nutty twist.
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Great served warm with ice cream or cold with coffee.
