Imagine sinking your fork into a decadent, velvety cake that's both luxurious and incredibly easy to make. This Red Velvet Crumb Cake is the dessert dream you never knew you needed - a show-stopping treat that looks like it came from a professional bakery but can be whipped up in under an hour! With its rich, vibrant color and irresistible powdered sugar crumb topping, this cake is guaranteed to be the star of any gathering, from casual family dinners to elegant potlucks.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan thoroughly with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, melted butter, eggs, sour cream, and milk. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated, with no dry lumps remaining.
- Pour the prepared cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to spread it out to the edges and create an even surface.
- Create the crumb topping by mixing the powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a separate small bowl until it forms a slightly crumbly mixture.
- Sprinkle the powdered sugar crumb mixture uniformly across the top of the cake batter, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 38-42 minutes. To test doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 20-25 minutes at room temperature. This allows the cake to set and makes cutting easier.
- Optional: Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness and presentation.
- Cut into 12 even squares and serve. The cake can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth batter mixing and even baking.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- For extra moisture, you can substitute some milk with buttermilk.
- Check the cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time to prevent overcooking.
- Let the cake cool completely for cleaner, more defined cuts.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a professional finish, use a sifter to dust powdered sugar for an even, elegant look.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 95mg
