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    You are here: Home / Fall Recipes / Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Coffee Cake

    Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Coffee Cake

    Last Updated October 5, 2022. Published September 6, 2021 By Lorie Leave a Comment

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    Slice of pumpkin spice coffee cake with cinnamon sticks on white plate.

    Give your favorite coffee cake a fall makeover with this simple and delicious Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Coffee Cake. Only about 15 minutes to prep and extra moist and fluffy thanks to the addition of pumpkin. Spiced with cinnamon and pumpkin spice and topped with buttery streusel and icing. The perfect addition to brunch and more!

    Pumpin coffee cake with streusel topping on white plate with cinnamon sticks.

    Adding pumpkin to just about anything makes it that much better, right? We love kicking off fall with all of the pumpkin things, and this Pumpkin Pie Crumble recipe that everyone LOVES was in a way the inspiration for this crumbly topped Pumpkin Coffee Cake.

    Adding a touch of pumpkin and spice to a classic coffee cake adds all the more moisture and flavor--you may never go back! Try it topped with this Pumpkin Spiced Whipped Cream--YUM!

    Why you will love this Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe:

    • It is so simple to prepare. Other than creaming the butter and sugar, this pumpkin coffee cake recipe really just requires a bit of adding and mixing. It does use up more dishes than many of my recipes, but I typically make the streusel topping in the same bowl I add the dry ingredients into to cut down on at least one dish!
    • 3 parts to perfection: cake, cinnamon streusel topping, vanilla icing. The best coffee cakes include all three in my opinion! The moist pumpkin cake layer pairs so well with the cinnamon crumble topping, and top it with icing? The trifecta indeed.
    • Literally tastes like fall. One bite and you will be feeling all the cozy warm fall vibes that everyone loves. Any fall gathering will be all the more delicious with this cake! Between this and some pumpkin banana bread, your fall baking will be all set!
    • It is so moist and delicious! I have made this recipe so many times and it never disappoints. The cake texture is so perfectly moist and the crumbly topping just makes it the all the more dreamy!

    Ingredients:

    • pumpkin: I always opt for canned no matter how many times I say I am going to make my own pumpkin purée. Canned works well and I keep it in the pantry all year round!
    • butter: I use unsalted. Make sure it is softened to room temperature.
    • sugar: regular, granulated
    • brown sugar: light brown sugar is what I use in this recipe. Dark should work, the flavor will be more bold and the cake may be darker in color.
    • vanilla: opt for real vanilla extract over imitation if possible in this recipe.
    • egg: ideally at room temperature. Room temperature eggs will help the cake rise better and are ideal for the given baking time. Using a cold egg can add time needed to bake.
    • flour: I use all purpose flour for this recipe. A one to one gluten free flour should work as well in case you need to substitute.
    • baking powder: make sure your baking powder is fresh. This will make for a much more successful pumpkin coffee cake.
    • spices: I use a combination of pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon. I find that some pumpkin pie spices you get from the store have too much nutmeg for me. So I like to balance it a bit with more cinnamon. You could do all pumpkin spice if preferred.
    Pumpkin coffee cake ingredients labeled on counter.

    Streusel Topping:

    For the cinnamon streusel topping, cold butter is better to start with to make it easier to cut into the flour and sugar mixture. You can even use a cheese grater to grate the butter as I did for these honey biscuits. Use a pastry cutter or fork, or even fingers to mix it all together.

    Vanilla Icing:

    You only need a few things here: powdered sugar, milk or cream, melted butter and vanilla. I prefer to add the butter to give the icing more flavor and a better texture. You can adjust the amount of milk to your desired thickness.

    I prefer the icing drizzled over top, but you can make it thicker and spread it over top instead!

    Icing and streusel topping ingredients sorted on counter and labeled.

    How To Make This Pumpkin Coffee Cake:

    Before you start with the cake batter, preheat the oven and then combine and whisk the dry cake ingredients and set aside.

    • Prepare the Cake: From there, cream the softened butter and sugar until creamy, light and fluffy. Add in the milk, egg and vanilla and beat until fully incorporated. (steps 1-2)
    • Add the pumpkin and beat only until mixed in--you don't want to over mix from this point on. (step 3)
    • Add in the dry ingredients slowly into the wet and beat, again just until mixed fully. The batter will be thick. Pour the batter into a well greased 9x9 inch baking pan and spread to even out. (steps 4-6)
    Step by step photos on how to make coffee cake recipe with pumpkin.
    • Prepare the Streusel Topping: Mix together the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon to combine. Add in the cold, small cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to break down the butter until coarse and crumbly. You can use a food processor for this step, just requires another dish to clean, and sometimes I am not in the mood for more!
    • Sprinkle the crumble topping over evenly over the pumpkin layer. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. I find that 30 minutes on the dot works best for my oven. The streusel isn't overly crispy at this point, nice and soft with a very slight crunch. You can broil the top for a minute or two if you like crunch on top. (steps 7-8)
    • Allow to cool on a cooling rack for at least 10 minutes before icing. When ready, whisk together the icing ingredients and drizzle over top. Adjust the thickness as desired. Serve immediately still warm or after icing fully hardens. (step 9)
    Streusel topping over cake in pan, baked coffee cake and then iced cake.

    Expert Tips and Notes:

    • I have tested this pumpkin coffee cake using an 8x8 inch square pan. I find the cake layer to be too thick in comparison to the crumble topping and it's not quite balanced. If using this size pan, the cook time will be about 35-37 minutes.
    • You can freeze your coffee cake. Store in an airtight container and thaw within about 2 months. I also like to freeze a few individual pieces for when I really have a craving!
    • If you are craving even more pumpkin spice, you can add a pumpkin spice coffee creamer instead of milk into the icing.
    Forkful of pumpkin coffee cake on plate.

    Other Pumpkin Recipes:

    • Cheesy Pumpkin Ricotta Pasta Bake
    • Pumpkin Pie Crumble
    • Pumpkin Chip Banana Bread
    • Pumpkin Pie Baked Oatmeal
    • Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
    • Pumpkin Spice Molasses Cookies with Maple Cream Cheese Icing

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    Slice of cinnamon streusel topped coffee cake with fork and cinnamon sticks on white plate.

    Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Coffee Cake

    Give your favorite coffee cake a fall makeover with this simple and delicious Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Coffee Cake. Only about 15 minutes to prep and extra moist and fluffy thanks to the addition of pumpkin. Spiced with cinnamon and pumpkin spice and topped with buttery streusel and icing. The perfect addition to brunch and more!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Baked Goods, Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 256kcal
    Author: Lorie Yarro

    Ingredients 

    Cake:

    • 2 c flour (250g)
    • 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ c unsalted butter, softened
    • 1 large egg room temperature
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • ⅓ c whole milk
    • ½ c brown sugar
    • ¼ c white sugar
    • 1 c pumpkin

    Streusel Topping:

    • ½ c flour
    • ¼ c unsalted butter, cubed cold
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ c brown sugar

    Icing:

    • 1 c powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon melted butter
    • 1 - 2 T milk
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and pumpkin spice for the cake and set aside.
    • In a separate medium bowl, cream the butter and brown and white sugars until creamy and fluffy. Add in the egg, milk and vanilla and beat until incorporated. Add in the pumpkin and mix until combined.
    • Slowly add in the dry ingredients and beat only until combined. Try not to over mix the batter at this point. Spread the batter evenly into a well greased 9x9 inch baking pan.
    • Make the streusel topping: Mix the brown sugar, flour and cinnamon to combine. Add the cubed butter. Using a fork or pastry cutter, or fingers, break down the butter until small and crumbly, allowing the flour mixture to coat the little pieces of butter.
    • Sprinkle the streusel over the coffee cake batter evenly. Bake for about 27-32 minutes or until the crumble topping is golden brown and a toothpick comes out of the center clean.
    • Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before adding the icing. Whisk the icing ingredients together, adjusting the milk to desired thickness. Drizzle over top. Serve still warm, or at room temperature.
    • Store in an air tight container at room temperature for about 2-3 days or refrigerated for about 5-7 days.

    Notes

    • I have tested this pumpkin coffee cake using an 8x8 inch square pan. I find the cake layer to be too thick in comparison to the crumble topping and it's not quite balanced. If using this size pan, the cook time will be about 35-37 minutes.
    • You can freeze your coffee cake. Store in an airtight container and thaw within about 2 months. I also like to freeze a few individual pieces for when I really have a craving!
    • If you are craving even more pumpkin spice, you can add a pumpkin spice coffee creamer instead of milk into the icing.
    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be considered an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Lemons + Zest makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 918IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
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