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A freshly baked Streusel Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Glaze in an 8x8-inch pan, topped with a golden, crumbly streusel and a rich brown sugar glaze, surrounded by rustic elements like cinnamon sticks and a bowl of brown sugar on a wooden table.
Jana Rae

Streusel Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Glaze

This Streusel Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Glaze is a cozy homemade dessert with warm cinnamon flavors, a crunchy streusel topping, and a rich brown sugar glaze. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 9
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ginger
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup 1 stick butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed (or make your own with white sugar + molasses!)
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 ½ cups raisins
  • ½ cup chocolate chips regular, not mini
  • ¼ cup fresh apple peeled and finely chopped
For the Streusel Topping:
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ cup cold butter cubed
  • ¼ cup chocolate chips optional, for a chocolatey streusel!
For the Brown Sugar Glaze:
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or an 8x8-inch baking pan.
Make the cake batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and ginger.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in raisins, chocolate chips, and chopped apples until evenly mixed.
Make the streusel topping
  1. In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a fork or your hands until the mixture becomes crumbly.
  3. Stir in the chocolate chips (if using).
Assemble & Bake
  1. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
  3. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes while you prepare the glaze.
Make the Brown Sugar Glaze
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add the milk, bring to a gentle simmer, and let it bubble for 1 minute.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth.
Glaze & Serve
  1. Once the cake is warm (not hot), pour the brown sugar glaze over the top, making sure to coat it evenly.
  2. Let the cake sit for 30 minutes to allow the glaze to set.
  3. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Storage Tips

  • Room Temperature: Store covered for 2-3 days.
  • Refrigerator: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Freezer: Wrap slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.