New Orleans Crumb Cake
Indulge in the irresistible allure of this New Orleans-inspired crumb cake. A devilishly decadent chocolate base, elevated by a generous streusel topping of graham cracker crumbs, rich chocolate chips, and crunchy walnuts. This cake is surprisingly simple to make, promising a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
46 g
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Cholesterol
9 mg
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Fiber
2 g
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Protein
6 g
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Saturated Fat
6 g
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Sodium
361 mg
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Sugar
29 g
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Fat
20 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. (5 minutes)
02
Step
In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted shortening. Stir together until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in chocolate chips and walnuts; set aside. (10 minutes)
03
Step
Prepare cake mix according to package directions. (5 minutes)
04
Step
Spread batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly over the batter. (5 minutes)
05
Step
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. (40-50 minutes)
06
Step
Allow to cool in the pan before serving. (30 minutes)
For an extra layer of indulgence, consider adding a swirl of cream cheese frosting after the cake has cooled.
Toast the walnuts lightly before chopping to enhance their nutty flavor.
Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate or white chocolate, to customize the cake to your liking.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
3.7/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Kraig Casper
Jun 13, 2025I added a pinch of cinnamon to the crumb topping, and it added a lovely warmth to the cake.
Norval Boehm
Jun 7, 2025This cake was a huge hit at our family gathering! Everyone loved the crunchy topping and the moist chocolate cake.
Joan Jacobson
Mar 28, 2025I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a winner. It's so easy to put together, and the results are amazing.