Pumpkin Coffee Cake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Pumpkin Coffee Cake.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and lightly greasing a 9x12-inch baking dish to ensure your delicious creation doesn’t stick.

2. Step 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

3. Step 3

   Give it a good mix to blend the dry ingredients together.

4. Step 4

   Next, add in 1 cup of white sugar, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 cup of melted butter, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

5. Step 5

   Stir gently until everything is just combined; remember, a little lumpiness is perfectly fine—overmixing can lead to a dense texture.

6. Step 6

   Pour this delightful batter into your prepared baking dish and pop it into the oven for about 5 minutes, just until it’s slightly set.

7. Step 7

   While that’s baking, let’s whip up the pumpkin layer.

8. Step 8

   In another bowl, beat together 1 cup of white sugar and 1 cup of melted butter until it’s creamy and inviting.

9. Step 9

   Then, stir in 1 cup of pumpkin puree, 1 cup of flour, 2 eggs, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, 1 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

10. Step 10

    Mix until the batter is smooth and velvety.

11. Step 11

    Once the coffee cake layer is ready, pour the luscious pumpkin batter over it.

12. Step 12

    For a sweet finishing touch, mix 1 tablespoon of white sugar with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle this delightful blend over the pumpkin layer.

13. Step 13

    Now, return the dish to the oven and let it bake for an additional 35 minutes.

14. Step 14

    You’ll know it’s done when a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, revealing a beautifully baked treat that’s sure to impress.

15. Step 15

    Enjoy the warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen as you await this scrumptious dessert!.