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Pumpkin Crunch Cake Recipe

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Pumpkin Crunch Cake is a delightful fall-inspired dessert that combines warm pumpkin and spices with a crunchy topping. This moist, spiced cake with a crisp streusel or cookie crumble topping is perfect for cozy gatherings or enjoying with a cup of coffee.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
  • Total Time: About 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 8 to 10
  • Category: Dessert, Fall, Cake
  • Method: Mixing, baking
  • Cuisine: American, Seasonal

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Pumpkin puree and other wet ingredients (eggs, oil, vanilla)

Flour, baking soda, and salt (for the batter)

Crushed cookies or streusel topping (butter, brown sugar, nuts, optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Add pumpkin puree and wet ingredients; mix until smooth.

Fold in flour, baking soda, and salt to form batter.

Pour batter into greased 9×13-inch pan.

Prepare crunchy topping with crushed cookies or streusel; sprinkle evenly over batter.

Bake 45–50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Let cake cool before serving.

Notes

Add chopped nuts or shredded coconut to topping for extra texture.

Spread cream cheese frosting after baking for richer dessert.

Substitute half sugar with maple syrup or honey for a healthier twist.

Use crushed graham crackers mixed with butter and brown sugar for a crisp topping.

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