Apple Crumble Cream Cake

Ingredients:

For the Crust and Crumble:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg

For the Apple Filling:

• 4 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

For the Cream Layer:

• 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust and Crumble:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a springform pan.
   • In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Add the egg and mix until the dough comes together. Reserve 1/3 of the mixture for the crumble topping.
   • Press the remaining dough into the bottom of the springform pan to form the crust.
2. Prepare the Apple Filling:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
   • If the mixture is too runny, stir in the cornstarch and cook for another 2 minutes until thickened. Let it cool slightly, then spread over the crust.
3. Prepare the Cream Layer:
   • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
   • Pour the cream mixture over the apple filling and spread it evenly.
4. Add the Crumble Topping:
   • Crumble the reserved dough over the cream layer to create the crumble topping.
5. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cream layer is set.
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing it. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Serve:
   • Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and slice. Enjoy with coffee or tea!

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