Cream Cheese Swirled Brown Sugar Pumpkin Coffee Cake
Nothing says fall quite like pumpkin spice, and this Cream Cheese Swirled Brown Sugar Pumpkin Coffee Cake is the perfect treat to enjoy with a warm cup of coffee on a crisp autumn morning. This delicious coffee cake is easy to make and is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
For the cream cheese swirl:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until just combined.
5. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
6. Pour half of the pumpkin batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the top and spread it out evenly. Pour the remaining pumpkin batter on top and use a knife to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the pumpkin batter.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the coffee cake cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Variations
There are many ways to customize this coffee cake to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few ideas:
- Add chopped nuts such as pecans, walnuts, or almonds to the batter for some extra crunch.
- Stir in some chocolate chips for a decadent treat.
- Add some raisins or dried cranberries for a burst of sweetness.
- Replace the cream cheese swirl with a cinnamon streusel topping for a more traditional coffee cake flavor.
Conclusion
This Cream Cheese Swirled Brown Sugar Pumpkin Coffee Cake is the perfect way to celebrate the flavors of fall. With its moist pumpkin cake and creamy cream cheese swirl, it's sure to become a new favorite in your household. Plus, it's easy to customize with your favorite add-ins. So grab a slice and enjoy!