Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Coffee Cake is an incredibly moist and spiced recipe, featuring a tender pumpkin cake, a crunchy walnut streusel, and a sweet cream cheese drizzle. It’s the ultimate fall breakfast or dessert, perfect for a cozy morning.
Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Coffee Cake Ingredients
For the Streusel:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 6 Tbsp. salted butter, melted
For the Pumpkin Cake:
- Baking spray with flour, for the pan
- 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree (not pie mix)
- 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 3/4 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
For the Cream Cheese Drizzle:
- 2 oz. cream cheese, cubed
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 Tbsp. vanilla extract
How To Make Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Coffee Cake
- Make and Chill the Streusel: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, chopped walnuts, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir in the melted butter until moist clumps form. Cover and refrigerate the streusel for at least 15 minutes.
- Prep Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 13×9-inch baking pan with baking spray, line it with parchment paper leaving an overhang, and spray the parchment.
- Mix the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla, and eggs until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Remove the cold streusel from the refrigerator and use your fingers to break it into small pieces, sprinkling it evenly over the batter.
- Bake Until Done: Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- Make the Drizzle and Serve: In a medium heatproof bowl, microwave the cream cheese for 10-15 seconds until very soft. Whisk in the powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth. Lift the cooled coffee cake from the pan using the parchment overhang. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the cake, let it set for 15 minutes, then slice and serve.
Recipe Tips
- How to get a crunchy streusel? Chilling the streusel for at least 15 minutes before baking is key. This helps the butter firm up, so the topping bakes into distinct, crunchy crumbles rather than melting into the cake.
- How to get a super moist cake? The combination of oil and sour cream is the secret to this cake’s incredibly moist and tender crumb. It also ensures the cake stays fresh for several days.
- Can I use a different nut? Yes, chopped pecans are an excellent substitute for walnuts in the streusel topping. For a nut-free version, you can replace the nuts with an equal amount of old-fashioned rolled oats.
- How to avoid a dense cake? Do not overmix the batter once you add the flour. Mix only until you no longer see streaks of dry flour. Overmixing develops the gluten and can make the cake tough.
What To Serve With Pumpkin Coffee Cake
This rich, moist cake is a perfect treat on its own, but it’s especially delicious with:
- A hot cup of coffee or a pumpkin spice latte
- A tall glass of cold milk
- A dollop of whipped cream
How To Store Pumpkin Coffee Cake
- Refrigerate: Due to the cream cheese drizzle, this cake should be stored in the refrigerator. Keep it in an airtight container or cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap. It will keep for up to 5 days.
- Serving: For the best flavor and texture, let the cake sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes before serving.
Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Coffee Cake Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 5g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, this is a great make-ahead cake. You can bake the cake a day in advance, let it cool, and store it covered at room temperature. Prepare the drizzle and frost the cake a few hours before you plan to serve it.
Can I make this in a different size pan?
Yes. For a thicker cake, you can use a 9×9-inch pan, but you will need to increase the baking time by 10-15 minutes.
My drizzle is too thick/thin. What should I do?
If the drizzle is too thick, whisk in a little more water, a teaspoon at a time, until it reaches a pourable consistency. If it’s too thin, whisk in a little more powdered sugar.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Chili Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Sheet Cake Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Bars Recipe
Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe
Description
An incredibly moist pumpkin spice cake with a crunchy walnut streusel baked on top, all finished with a sweet and tangy cream cheese drizzle.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Make the streusel by combining all streusel ingredients; chill for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line and spray a 13×9-inch pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all the wet cake ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk the dry cake ingredients.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Crumble the chilled streusel over the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely.
- Make the drizzle by whisking softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tbsp water until smooth.
- Drizzle over the cooled cake, let it set, then slice.
Notes
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Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe
