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Orange Cardamom Crumb Cake

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This Orange Cardamom Crumb Cake is a bright, spiced quick-bake that feels both special and simple. The orange zest wakes up the batter while ground cardamom adds a warm, floral note.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom (adjust to taste)
  • Zest of 1 large orange plus 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240 g) plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup (95 g) flour
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
  • 6 tbsp (85 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch or 9-inch square pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat eggs with sugar until slightly thick. Mix in yogurt, melted butter, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla.
  4. Fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Don’t overmix.
  5. Make the crumb: combine flour, brown sugar, and cardamom. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter or fork until pea-sized crumbs form.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the top, pressing lightly.
  7. Bake 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Rotate the pan halfway if your oven heats unevenly.
  8. Cool on a rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing so crumbs set.

Notes

For dairy-free version, use plant-based yogurt and vegan butter. Can freeze slices for up to 3 months.

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