Welcome to the delightful world of dessert, where your taste buds do a happy dance and your waistline mysteriously negotiates with the universe! Today, we’re diving into the joy of baking with an irresistible Pumpkin Crumb Cake. Grab your mixing bowls and let’s get this party started!
Pumpkin Crumb Cake
First up, feast your eyes on this beautiful creation! Just look at that scrumptious visual delight:
Now that your mouth is watering, let’s gather our ingredients! Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)
- For the crumb topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Now, let’s get our hands dirty (figuratively, please, we don’t have time for hand soap right now). Here’s how you whip up this delightful dessert:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. It’s like a spa day for your cake!
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. You want it to be smoother than a jazz singer on a Saturday night.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt. Slowly combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients. If you have a ladle, now is the time to rejoice!
- If you’re feeling nutty, fold in those chopped pecans or walnuts. Why not add a bit of crunch to your ambrosial creation?
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. It should feel like a warm hug for your cake!
- For the crumb topping, mix together brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the batter because what’s a crumb cake without crumbs?
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean, signaling that it’s time for your cake to shine in the spotlight!
- Let it cool for a few minutes before cutting into it – patience is a virtue, after all!
And there you have it! A lovely, spiced-up Pumpkin Crumb Cake that’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. Serve it warm, with a side of whipped cream if you’re feeling fancy, and enjoy every mouthful! Cheers to sweetness!