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Pumpkin Coffee Cake

Moist Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Irresistible Streusel Topping

This Pumpkin Coffee Cake is a cozy autumn treat featuring a luscious pumpkin flavor and a crunchy streusel topping.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour For a lighter texture, substitute with cake flour.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Adds moisture and sweetness.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Contributes to a tender crumb.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Delivers warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin pie spice Signature seasonal flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use cold, chopped into pieces.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree Ensure it's pure pumpkin.
  • 2 large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Elevates all flavors.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour For a crumbly texture.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Creates a golden topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Balances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Perfectly complements pumpkin.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted for crumbly topping.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Sweetens the glaze.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds richness.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Milk Adjust for consistency.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  2. Combine 3 cups flour, both sugars, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl. Gradually add melted butter to form coarse crumbs.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the remaining flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.
  4. Add cold butter chunks and pumpkin puree, mixing until incorporated.
  5. Mix remaining pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until smooth. Fold gently into the flour mixture.
  6. Spread 2 cups of batter in the prepared pan, sprinkle 1 cup of streusel topping, layer with 2 cups of remaining batter, and top with remaining streusel.
  7. Bake for 35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick. Continue baking if necessary.
  8. Let the cake cool before preparing the glaze by mixing butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Pumpkin Coffee Cake is perfect for gatherings, can be made ahead, and freezes well. Ensure quality ingredients for the best flavors.

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