Cakes & CupcakesNo. 8178 · The 2026 edition
Pumpkin Coffee Cake
A moist pumpkin coffee cake with crunchy walnut streusel and a creamy drizzle—perfect for fall mornings.
Our own summary of the original by Leah Perez — the full post and photos live at thepioneerwoman.com.
This pumpkin coffee cake features a tender spiced pumpkin base topped with a buttery walnut streusel and finished with a sweet cream cheese drizzle. It's baked in a 13x9-inch pan and makes a delightful breakfast or dessert for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Directions
- Make the streusel: In a medium bowl, combine 3/4 cup flour, 3/4 cup chopped walnuts, 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice. Pour in 6 tablespoons melted salted butter and stir until crumbly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 day).
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 13x9-inch baking pan with baking spray, then line with parchment paper leaving a 1-inch overhang. Spray the parchment as well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree, 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 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs until smooth. Add 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 3/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, stirring just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with an offset spatula. Take the cold streusel from the fridge and break it into dime-sized pieces with your fingers, then sprinkle evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- For the drizzle: Place 2 ounces cubed cream cheese in a medium microwave-safe bowl and microwave until very soft, about 10 to 15 seconds. Whisk in 3/4 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon water until smooth.
- Use the parchment overhang to lift the cake from the pan. Drizzle the cream cheese mixture over the top. Let set for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Per serving
- 25.0 fat g
- 66.0 carbs g
- 42.0 sugar g
- 508.0 calories
- 6.0 protein g
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