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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Crumb Cake

Irresistible Pumpkin Cream Cheese Crumb Cake for Cozy Fall Mornings

Delicious Pumpkin Cream Cheese Crumb Cake perfect for cozy gatherings and fall mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree fresh or canned
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • ½ cup oil unsweetened applesauce for a low-fat option
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract pure for authenticity
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free
  • 1 cup granulated sugar using brown sugar will deepen flavor
  • ½ cup brown sugar can substitute with more granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon add a pinch more for extra kick
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg a little goes a long way
  • ½ teaspoon salt opt for sea salt
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 ounces cream cheese can use Neufchâtel
  • cup granulated sugar adjust to sweetness preference
  • 1 egg
For the Topping
  • ¼ cup brown sugar for crumbly topping
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts optional, walnuts or pecans

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix together 1 cup of pumpkin puree, 2 eggs, ½ cup of oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir gently until just blended.
  5. In a small bowl, beat together 8 ounces of cream cheese, ⅓ cup of granulated sugar, and 1 egg until creamy.
  6. Pour half of the pumpkin batter into the greased pan, drizzle the cream cheese mixture, then pour the remaining batter on top.
  7. For the topping, mix together ¼ cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let it cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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