Description
This Cinnamon Pumpkin Crumble Coffee Cake is a moist, spiced dessert perfect for fall gatherings or cozy mornings. Featuring a tender pumpkin-infused batter with warm cinnamon and spice flavors, topped with a buttery crumble that adds a delightful crunch. This recipe also offers a vegan option by substituting dairy and eggs with plant-based alternatives, making it versatile for various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (use vegan butter for vegan version)
Cake Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (use vegan yogurt or vegan sour cream for vegan version)
- 2 large eggs (use 2 flax eggs for vegan version: 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water)
Glaze (Optional)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup OR 1 teaspoon vanilla extract + 1 tablespoon milk of choice
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8 or 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make Crumble Topping: In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add the melted butter and mix with a fork until the mixture becomes crumbly. Set this aside while you prepare the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, both sugars, canola oil, Greek yogurt or sour cream, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Assemble Cake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the batter to cover the surface.
- Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35 to 55 minutes, depending on your pan size. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes. If desired, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with either maple syrup or a combination of vanilla extract and milk. Drizzle this over the cooled cake for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Use vegan butter, flax eggs, and plant-based yogurt or sour cream to make this recipe fully vegan.
- Adjust baking time according to your pan size; a larger pan will require less time, while a smaller pan needs more baking time.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake moist and tender.
- Letting the cake cool before glazing prevents the glaze from melting into the cake.
- You can substitute spices like nutmeg and ginger according to taste preferences or availability.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American