Cinnamon Pumpkin Coffee Cake

Cinnamon Pumpkin Coffee Cake. Oh, the ultimate fall betrayal—when you tell yourself you’re making something healthy and end up with this. It’s the best of both worlds: pumpkin and cinnamon, two ingredients that say, “Yes, we’re basic, but we’re delicious.” Fluffy cake meets spicy sweetness, and it’s a love story you won’t regret. If you’re into pretending to eat something seasonal while secretly satisfying your sugar cravings, this cake has your back. It’s perfect for cozy mornings, awkward brunches, or anytime you need a sugar rush wrapped in autumn’s finest flavors. Enjoy.

Cinnamon Pumpkin Coffee Cake

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A spiced cake made with pumpkin, cinnamon, and a dash of sweetness. Perfect for when you need comfort in cake form.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Servings 12 servings

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

  

• For the Cake:
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup almond milk or any milk of your choice
• For the Cinnamon Topping:
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans optional

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, oil, vanilla, and almond milk.
• Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until smooth.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon-sugar topping and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
• Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 250
Total Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g

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Vitamins and Minerals

• Vitamin A: 15%
• Vitamin C: 4%
• Calcium: 5%
• Iron: 6%
• Potassium: 4%

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Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor

• For extra texture, add some toasted walnuts or pecans to the batter.
• Drizzle with a simple glaze for that “I tried harder than I actually did” effect.
• Serve warm with whipped cream for full seasonal indulgence.