Pumpkin Crunch Cake
Pumpkin Crunch Cake is a delightful fall dessert that combines the earthy flavor of pumpkin with a crunchy topping, creating a perfect balance of textures and tastes. With its warm spices and moist crumb, this cake is not just a treat for Thanksgiving but an ideal dessert for any cozy gathering. Easy to prepare and impossible to resist, serve it warm with whipped cream or enjoy it cold as leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If using nuts, gently fold them in before transferring the batter to the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg