TILLIE'S GINGER CRUMB CAKE

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This recipe goes back at least as far as my grandmother, who was born in the early 1900s. Our sons and I enjoy eating it in a bowl with milk poured on it-much to the dismay of my husband, who prefers it plain! -Kathy Nienow Clark, Byron, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 cup cold butter
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk
1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda
2 large eggs, room temperature
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Set aside 2 cups. Combine remaining crumb mixture with the remaining ingredients. , Sprinkle 1 cup of the reserved crumbs into a greased 12-in. cast-iron skillet or 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour batter over crumbs and sprinkle with remaining crumbs. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

minhazul hossain
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I'm not a big fan of crumb cakes, but I loved this one! The ginger flavor was really unique.


Chyna Matthews
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover ginger. It's also a very affordable recipe.


Alexander L
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I love that this cake can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Endurance Augustine
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This cake is the perfect dessert to serve after a spicy meal. It's light and refreshing, with just the right amount of sweetness.


senior Patrice
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.


Maurielle Atterberry
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This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker like me.


maria shahriari
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I love the way this cake smells when it's baking. It fills the whole house with a warm, inviting aroma.


Alungile Nojaja
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. The ginger flavor is just right.


sardar Farooq karim
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! She said it was the best ginger cake she's ever had.


Victoria Tudela
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This cake is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The ginger and cinnamon give it a nice spicy kick.


krishna sims
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I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I loved this cake! The ginger flavor was very subtle.


Taylor Besslar
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This cake is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.


Kochai Halak
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I love the crumb topping on this cake. It adds the perfect amount of crunch.


Nompumelelo Mirriam
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This cake is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. I highly recommend it!


Yarileiska Rodriguez
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


ack_ 1012
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of ginger and cinnamon.


MH Jomir
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit! It's the perfect cake to serve for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.


MARISSA SALONISTA MIX
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover ginger. It's also a very easy recipe to follow.


Oswald Amanquah
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was so moist and flavorful. The crumb topping was my favorite part.


cheehee mint
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This cake was absolutely delicious! The ginger flavor was perfect and the crumb topping was the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves ginger and crumb cakes.