Gluten-Free New York Crumb Cake - Easy Brunch Recipe! (2024)

New York Crumb Cake Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make this easy gluten-free coffee cake. The full amounts are in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Gluten-free all-purpose flour. Use a 1-to-1 baking blend like Bob’s Red Mill or Cup4Cup.
• Light-brown sugar. Measure your sugar when it’s tightly packed.
• Cinnamon
• Butter. Use unsalted, and let the butter cool after melting and before you add it to the cake batter.
• Canola oil. You can also use avocado or coconut oil.
• Granulated sugar
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Egg
• Milk. Feel free to use plant-based milk if you prefer.
• Vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar. This is just for dusting the top of your cake.

How to Make Gluten-Free Coffee Cake

Follow these steps to bake your own crumb cake, but scroll to the recipe card for the details instructions, as this is just a quick overview:

Prepare for baking: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or line it with parchment paper (see my tips below for how-to).

Make the crumb topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pour the melted butter on top and gently combine everything with a fork until you have a crumbly texture.

Make the crumb cake batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the remaining gluten-free flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, oil, and vanilla. Combine the wet and dry ingredients with a rubber spatula until just combined.

Fill the cake pan: Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer with a spatula. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the batter.

Bake: Bake the New York crumb cake for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating the pan after 10 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan.

Tips for the Best Guten Free Coffee Cake

Storing Leftover Crumb Cake

Store fully cooled leftovers by wrapping them tightly in plastic or in an airtight container. The cake will stay fresh for up to three days at room temperature. You can serve it as-is, no need to reheat.

Can I Freeze Leftovers?

Yes, you can freeze leftover New York crumb cake by wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap or placing it in an airtight container for up to four months. Let the cake thaw at room temperature for several hours or overnight before serving.

Serving Suggestions

This crumb cake makes an excellent gluten-free addition to a brunch spread. You can serve the cake warm or at room temperature. It’s so sweet and buttery that it doesn’t need any other toppings! To drink, you can’t go wrong with a warm cup of coffee or tea when you pair with with some of these options:

• Serve it with something savory. Try this Bacon Cheddar Quiche with Tomato and Pineapple or slices of Air Fryer Ham.
• Add fruit. You can just go with some fresh fruit or try my festive Waldorf Fruit Salad.
• Have as dessert. While popular for breakfast, you can add it to a holiday dessert spread with Gluten Free Rainbow Cookies or Cherry Cheesecake Dip.