Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Add 1/4 cup cold diced unsalted butter and mix until crumbly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1 cup applesauce, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, then sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Top with the remaining batter and smooth it out.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before lifting out and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
For optimal flavor, use fresh, high-quality applesauce. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake tender.
