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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Coffee Cake: The Indulgent Fall Delight

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

This pumpkin cream cheese coffee cake is the perfect fall treat, combining the flavors of pumpkin and cream cheese in a moist, delicious cake.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in the eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, spread the cream cheese mixture on top, then pour the remaining batter over.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

  • For an extra flavor boost, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Let the cake cool before slicing for clean edges.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Coffee Cake, fall dessert, pumpkin cake