Easy Strawberry Crumb Cake Recipes

I dabble in quite a few desserts—mostly to distract myself from the fact that my kitchen looks like a tornado hit it every time I bake. Today, I’m diving into the luscious world of Easy Strawberry Crumb Cake, where my love for strawberries meets my obsession with all things crumbly. If you want something that appeals to your sweet tooth but won’t make you call your therapist afterward, you’re in the right place. Plus, this recipe has the added bonus of making your kitchen smell like a pastry shop—because who doesn’t want to positively deceive their neighbors?
Speaking of chaos, picture this: I’m in the kitchen whipping up this crumb cake while my kids are staging a WWE match over the last slice of pizza. As I’m trying to measure flour, my husband walks in like he’s auditioning for a cooking show, promptly spills half the sugar on the floor, and then declares, “Baking is just cooking’s messy cousin.” Thanks, honey, but next time maybe try to audition from the other room?
Why You’ll Love This Easy Strawberry Crumb Cake Recipes
You’ll love this recipe because it’s ridiculously simple—like, “I haven’t showered today but still managed to make cake” simple. It’s also perfect for when you want to impress friends without revealing how many times you almost set the smoke alarm off. Besides, who doesn’t want to bask in a heap of strawberries and crumbs while “gently” nudging your family to stay away until you snap that Instagram pic? It’s a delicious way to get your fruit servings in—just don’t tell the kids the cake counts, or they might start strategizing about how to have cake for breakfast every day.
Time-Saving Hacks
– Use a store-bought crust and claim you’re a “deconstructed cake” inventor. Who knew laziness could be trendy?
– One bowl means fewer dishes to wash—until a rogue whisk falls from the counter and you end up with crusted batter on the floor. I mean, more exercise, right?
– When you’re in a hurry, just toss some strawberries in your blender with a splash of water and pretend you made homemade strawberry puree. Bam! Instant chef status!
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Serving Ideas
This cake pairs beautifully with coffee—perfect for those mornings when you need a caffeine boost after a night of listening to the kids’ various sound effects. If life’s been particularly demanding, a side of ice cream can elevate your dessert from “nice” to “did I just ascend to dessert heaven?” Just be sure to save some for the kids—sharing is caring, or so I hear.
What to Serve It With
Tips & Mistakes
If your crumb topping looks more like a blitzed disaster than the Instagram-worthy “crumby” topping you dreamed of, just sprinkle a little more sugar and call it a “rustic style.” If it crumbles too much, just play it off like you totally meant to create a “crumble” cake instead.
Storage Tips
Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh. Just don’t forget to inform the midnight snacker that they’re basically in a bakery now.
Variations and Substitutions
Swapping ingredients is like remixing a classic song—sugar for honey? Yes. Butter for coconut oil? Go wild. If you want to skip steps and call it “deconstructed,” it still counts. Just don’t tell anyone; let them think you’re a culinary genius.
Frequently Asked Questions

Easy Strawberry Crumb Cake Recipes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the pan.
- Layer fresh strawberries over the crumb base and sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Notes
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