Salted Chocolate Crumb Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare a 20cm round cake pan. Grease the pan with butter and line it with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use parchment paper for easy cake release.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Avoid overmixing for a tender crumb.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.

   Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl for a smooth batter.

4. 4

   Melt the dark chocolate and let it cool slightly, then fold it into the wet ingredients.

   Tip: Tempering the chocolate for a smoother finish.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, and salt) before adding it to the wet ingredients.

   Tip: Don't overmix the wet and dry ingredients.

6. 6

   Fold in the granulated sugar and sea salt, then stir in the melted butter.

   Tip: Don't overmix the batter.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

   Tip: Create a smooth, even surface for a perfect crumb crust.

8. 8

   Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

   Tip: Don't overbake for a moist crumb cake.

9. 9

   While the cake is baking, prepare the crumb crust by mixing together the remaining flour, sugar, and butter until crumbly.

   Tip: Avoid overmixing the crumb crust.

10. 10

    Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

    Tip: Let the cake cool completely before serving.

11. 11

    Once the cake is cool, top it with the crumb crust and serve.

    Tip: Crumbly, crunchy goodness on top of a moist cake.