Go Back
–+ servings
Gingerbread Coffee Cake With Crumble Topping

Gingerbread Coffee Cake With Crumble Topping for Cozy Mornings

This Gingerbread Coffee Cake With Crumble Topping blends tender spiced cake with a crunchy topping, perfect for festive mornings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spoon and level for accuracy
  • 1 cup granulated sugar reduce slightly for less sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger or substitute with allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon fresh delivers bolder flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg use less for a milder taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves omit for a lighter flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup softened butter at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup molasses dark corn syrup works as a substitute
  • 1 large egg adds moisture
  • 1/2 cup apple juice can replace with milk or other juices
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar coconut sugar is a perfect substitute
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup unsalted melted butter binds the topping

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend softened butter and molasses until smooth, then mix in apple juice and egg until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in three batches, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger, then mix in melted butter until coarse crumbs form.
  7. Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the cake batter.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh spices for the best flavor; ensure the oven temperature is calibrated for accurate baking.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!