Delicious Pumpkin Crumb Cake Recipe

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Delicious Pumpkin Crumb Cake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
70mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 09, 2023

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of fall with this mouthwatering pumpkin crumb cake. Made with a moist pumpkin-spice cake base and topped with a buttery crumb topping, this cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. The warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves combined with the rich pumpkin flavor create a truly comforting treat. Whether you're hosting a fall gathering or simply want to enjoy a cozy afternoon at home, this pumpkin crumb cake is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

  • For the Cake:
  • - 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • - 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • - 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • - 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • - 2 large eggs
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • For the Crumb Topping:
  • - 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon for the crumb topping. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cake batter.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Pumpkin is a great source of vitamin A, which is essential for maintaining healthy vision.
  • The use of buttermilk in this recipe adds moisture and tanginess to the cake.
  • This pumpkin crumb cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.