Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe (Inspired by The Food Charlatan)
Introduction
Few desserts capture the spirit of autumn quite like a rich, moist pumpkin coffee cake. This Pumpkin Coffee Cake, inspired by The Food Charlatan, boasts irresistible warmth from pumpkin spice and a perfectly buttery crumb topping. It’s a guaranteed hit for brunch spreads, holiday get-togethers, or those simple moments when you crave something cozy alongside your morning coffee.
Why Make This Pumpkin Coffee Cake?
What sets this pumpkin coffee cake apart is its ultra-moist texture, deep pumpkin flavor, and the decadent, cinnamon-sugar streusel layered throughout. Each bite delivers just the right balance of sweetness and spice—a treat that’s simple enough for beginners yet special enough to impress any crowd.
Building the Perfect Pumpkin Coffee Cake Layers
This recipe’s structure is all about contrast: a plush, spiced pumpkin cake base topped with a generous layer of cinnamon streusel, plus a drizzle of vanilla glaze. Using real pumpkin ensures every slice is rich and aromatic, while a dash of nutmeg and allspice bring out that bakery-fresh flavor.
Streusel Topping for Irresistible Crunch
The heart of this coffee cake recipe is the buttery crumb topping. Made from brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and a sprinkle of cinnamon, it crisps up beautifully in the oven and infuses each bite with mouth-watering autumnal sweetness. For an extra touch, mix in a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts.
How to Serve Pumpkin Coffee Cake
Serve your pumpkin coffee cake warm from the oven or at room temperature with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or chai. Dust the top with extra cinnamon or a drizzle of simple glaze for a picture-perfect presentation. This recipe also stores well, making it an excellent choice for make-ahead breakfasts and festive potlucks.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe makes approximately 12 generous slices. Each piece contains roughly 320–370 calories, depending on your portion size and the number of streusel and glaze add-ons. Enjoy as a sweet treat with breakfast or as a delightful dessert.
Pumpkin Coffee Cake (Recap)
With pumpkin purée, warm spices, and a signature crumbly streusel top, this cake is everything you want from a classic coffee cake—plus a seasonal twist. It’s quick to pull together and sure to become a favorite for autumn and beyond.
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan or line with parchment paper.
- Make the Streusel: In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until large crumbs form. Toss in nuts if using. Set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice together.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk both sugars, melted butter, eggs, pumpkin puree, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Spread half the batter in your prepared pan. Sprinkle with about half the streusel. Add the remaining batter and finish with the rest of the streusel on top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool slightly. Whisk together glaze ingredients (powdered sugar, milk, vanilla) and drizzle over the cake if desired before serving.
Weekly Meal Planning
Pumpkin Coffee Cake is ideal for weekly meal prep and brunch planning because it stays moist and delicious for days. Save and schedule this recipe to your meal plan and generate a smart shopping list that matches all ingredients from your upcoming meals.
Planning Benefits:
- Automatically totals ingredient quantities across different recipes
- Organizes shopping lists by supermarket sections
- Prevents duplicate purchases and ensures nothing is left behind
- Makes weekly brunches and snack planning convenient and organized
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Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
