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Pumpkin Crunch Cake: The Ultimate Fall Dessert You’ll Crave All Season


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• ½ tsp ginger
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking soda

For the crunch topping:
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats (gluten-free if needed)
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• ½ cup (1 stick) cold butter, cubed


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Add flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and baking soda. Stir until just combined. Pour into the pan and spread evenly.
  4. Make the crunch topping: In a bowl, combine oats, brown sugar, and nuts (if using). Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  5. Bake 40–45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the topping is golden and crisp.
  6. Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for ultimate comfort!

No mixer needed—this one-bowl wonder is simple, satisfying, and perfect for potlucks or holiday tables!

💡 Make it ahead: Store covered at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5. Reheat gently before serving.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 45 mins , Total Time : 1 hr , Servings : 12 slices , Calories : 280 , Net Carbs: 32g , Fats: 15g , Protein: 4g