Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake! This moist, spiced cake topped with a buttery crumbly streusel is the perfect companion to your morning coffee or a sweet afternoon treat. Easy to make and packed with autumn spices, this Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake will quickly become your seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1/2 tsp nutmeg
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1/2 tsp ground ginger
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1/4 tsp ground cloves
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 cup pumpkin puree
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Streusel:
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
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Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each.
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Add Pumpkin and Sour Cream: Mix in pumpkin puree, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
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Make Streusel: In a small bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add melted butter and stir into crumbs.
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Top the Cake: Sprinkle streusel evenly over the batter.
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Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan before slicing.
Notes
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For extra crunch, add a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel topping.
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Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream if desired.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
