
Pumpkin Coffee Cake ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from pumpkin lovers and cozy breakfast fans)
☕ Soft | 🍂 Spiced | 🧡 Family-Approved
If you love the flavors of fall in a tender, crumbly coffee cake, this Pumpkin Coffee Cake is your new go-to. With warm spices, a soft pumpkin base, and a cinnamon streusel topping, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.
Ideal for cozy mornings, holiday gatherings, or a sweet fall pick-me-up.
Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Coffee Cake
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏳ Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 8–10
💰 Budget-Friendly
✨ Flavor: Sweet pumpkin with cinnamon, nutmeg, and buttery streusel
🧡 Perfect For: Fall breakfasts, brunches, coffee breaks, and holiday treats
Ingredients – Moist, Spiced, and Simple
For the Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or yogurt (for extra moisture)
For the Streusel Topping:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
How to Make Pumpkin Coffee Cake
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, vanilla, and sour cream until smooth.
Step 4: Combine & Pour
Gradually fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan.
Step 5: Make Streusel & Sprinkle
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in nuts if using. Sprinkle streusel evenly over the cake batter.
Step 6: Bake to Golden Perfection
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool slightly before slicing.
Serving Ideas
- Warm slices with butter or cream cheese spread
- Pair with coffee, chai, or hot chocolate
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar for extra sweetness
- Serve with a side of fresh fruit for brunch
What Everyone’s Saying
“Moist, tender, and perfectly spiced. My favorite fall treat!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Laura K.
“The streusel topping is heavenly. Everyone loved it at brunch.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Mike T.
“I make this every fall. It’s become a family tradition!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Sarah M.

Pumpkin Coffee Cake – Soft, Spiced, and Perfectly Crumbly
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat Oven – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients (Cake) – In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- Mix Wet Ingredients (Cake) – In a large bowl, whisk together oil, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Combine – Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Prepare Streusel – In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts if using. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble – Pour cake batter into prepared pan. Evenly sprinkle streusel on top.
- Bake – Bake 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve – Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with coffee or tea.
Notes
FAQ – Pumpkin Coffee Cake
This Pumpkin Coffee Cake is moist, spiced perfectly, and the ultimate cozy treat for fall mornings or afternoon coffee breaks. If you love pumpkin desserts, you’ll also enjoy these Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls, a sweet and indulgent recipe that’s perfect for make-ahead breakfasts.