Pumpkin Maple Coffee Cake: Because you can never have enough pumpkin in your life. This cake doesn’t just embrace fall—it embodies it. With pumpkin, maple syrup, and a dash of spice, it’s autumn in every bite. Don’t settle for basic pumpkin bread; treat yourself to something worthy of the season. This cake is perfect for when you want something a little extra—because who are we kidding? A plain coffee cake isn’t going to impress anyone. It’s not just dessert; it’s a statement. Go ahead, indulge. You deserve it. Or do you?
Pumpkin Maple Coffee Cake
A cozy, autumn-inspired coffee cake that combines pumpkin, maple syrup, and warm spices to create a rich, moist dessert.
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 maple syrup
- 3/4 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 Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup vegan butter or regular butter
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 another bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, 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 separate bowl, combine all streusel topping ingredients and sprinkle over the cake.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 250Total Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 8%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- For a deeper maple flavor, add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup to the batter.
- Try a dash of cloves or allspice for extra warmth.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for ultimate indulgence.
