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Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping

Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping
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This Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping is a moist, tender cake infused with pumpkin puree and warm autumn spices, topped with a buttery, crunchy crumb topping. Perfect for cozy mornings, holiday gatherings, or a delightful sweet snack, this easy-to-make coffee cake offers a comforting balance of flavors and textures that will quickly become a household favorite.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup sour cream or yogurt
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Crumb Topping Ingredients

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crumb Topping: Mix together the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl until the mixture becomes crumbly. This will form a crispy, buttery layer when baked over the cake.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients for the Cake: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
  3. Blend Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the eggs, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, sour cream (or yogurt), melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender and moist.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan (or similar size), then evenly sprinkle the crumb topping over the batter. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 40–45 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and dairy ingredients for better mixing and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter; mix only until ingredients are just combined to prevent a tough cake.
  • Spread the crumb topping evenly to ensure every slice has a crispy, buttery crust.
  • Check the cake starting at 35 minutes to avoid overbaking and keep the cake moist.
  • Use fresh ground spices to maximize the cake’s warm and vibrant flavor profile.

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Keywords: pumpkin coffee cake, pumpkin cake, crumb topping, autumn dessert, holiday coffee cake, moist pumpkin cake, easy pumpkin recipe

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