Pumpkin streusel coffee cake is basically autumn in cake form, but with a sugary, buttery streusel that actually makes it worthwhile. It’s the kind of dessert that convinces you it’s totally acceptable to eat cake for breakfast. The pumpkin adds the fall vibes, while the streusel topping gives you that crumbly perfection you’ve been craving. If you think you’re too fancy for basic pumpkin pie, this cake will show you who’s boss. Easy to make and hard to resist, it’s the sweet treat that elevates any moment from average to, well, still a little basic, but delicious.
Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake
A moist pumpkin cake topped with a decadent cinnamon streusel that will make any fall morning feel special.
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 salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter or vegan butter
- 2 large eggs or egg substitute
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Streusel:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter or vegan butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar and butter until creamy. Add eggs, pumpkin, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter for the streusel. Mix until crumbly.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Iron: 5%
- Calcium: 3%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the streusel for extra crunch.
- For a richer flavor, use brown sugar in place of white sugar.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them moist.
- Freeze the cake for a later indulgence—if you can resist eating it all immediately.
