Pumpkin Crumb Cake Recipe
I love baking this time of year! Just kidding, I love baking all year around! It seems the craze for pumpkin continues and I think everyone should have a go to recipe on-hand! There is just something about the thought of pumpkin that makes you feel warm and cozy inside! This cake is loaded with pumpkin pie spice and has a perfectly finished crunchy topping! Not only that, but can we talk about the low calorie count? Yes, you heard me right – pumpkin is nutrient dense and is incredibly low in calories! And while there are plenty of pumpkin cake recipes floating around out there, I’m certain this will be a favorite!
What is Pumpkin Crumb Cake?
The idea of a crumb cake, is a type of coffee cake with a crumb topping – in our case, crunchy and topped with cinnamon, oats, brown sugar and pecans! It is known to be a specialty in Germany, they call it “Streuselkuchen” – say that five times fast! There are so many variations of crumb cake, and ultimately I just couldn’t say no to the taste of pumpkin!
Ingredients Needed To Make Pumpkin Crumb Cake
Pumpkin – canned and unsweetened Wet ingredients – butter (melted please!), eggs Dry ingredients – flour, baking soda, salt, granulated sugar, brown sugar Rolled oats – to help with that perfect crunch! Pecans – or walnuts, chopped Cinnamon – did you know it’s one of the healthiest spices on the planet? Pumpkin pie spice – you can find this spice in the baking isle, or you can make your own using cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger!
How To Make Pumpkin Crumb Cake
How To Make Fresh Pumpkin Puree
If you’re one of those people who isn’t afraid of the daunting task that is preparing fresh pumpkin, here is the step by step to creating your own pumpkin puree! Heads Up! Pumpkin holds a lot of moisture, like A LOT! It may require a bit of extra time to drain any excess moisture – you can do this by lining a mesh colander with paper towel or placing a coffee filter over a large bowl.
What Else Can I Top My Pumpkin Cake With?
Topping a cake is literally like starting with a blank canvas! Here are some other topping ideas for a pumpkin crumble cake!
Whipped cream Caramel drizzle Ice cream – perhaps a vanilla or caramel flavor! Candied nuts – of your choice! Cream cheese frosting
Tips for Making Pumpkin Crumb Cake
Don’t over-mix the batter: Over-mixing activates the the gluten in flour, and we aren’t making bread here! We want a light and airy cake and if you over-mix it will be more dense. Correctly measure your ingredients: Especially flour! Don’t pack your flour into your measuring cup – it’s better to use a spoon and overflow your measuring cup then use the back of a butter knife to level it off. Use room temperature eggs: Fun fact of the day: eggs at room temperature will disperse more evenly into the batter creating that lighter texture!
Can I Freeze This Cake?
You can freeze pumpkin cake! A pumpkin cake that has been pre-baked will actually hold it’s moisture and flavor for up to 2 months in the freezer! After 2 months you may notice a change in the flavor of your cake as well as more of a dry texture.
Love Pumpkin As Much As Me? Check Out These Recipes:
Pumpkin Cinnamon Bread Pumpkin Zucchini Muffins Classic Pumpkin Pie Pumpkin Delight Best Ever Pumpkin Roll Pumpkin Pancakes Pumpkin Pie
