Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Baking Dish

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:

   • Flour

   • Baking powder

   • Salt

   • Cinnamon

   • Ginger

   • Nutmeg

   • Cloves

2. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar

1. In a separate large mixing bowl (or stand mixer), beat together:

   • Butter

   • Pumpkin puree

2. Mix until the butter is evenly distributed (it’s okay if it’s not completely smooth).

3. Add granulated sugar and beat until well combined.

Step 4: Incorporate the Eggs and Vanilla

1. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

2. Stir in vanilla extract and mix until smooth.

Step 5: Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk in two parts.

2. Mix on low speed just until no streaks of flour remain (do not overmix).

3. Set aside while preparing the crumb topping.

Step 6: Make the Crumb Topping

1. In a medium bowl, combine:

   • Cold cubed butter

   • Brown sugar

   • Flour

   • Cinnamon

   • Nutmeg

2. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the dry ingredients until crumbly.

Step 7: Assemble the Cake

1. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish.

2. Sprinkle half of the crumb mixture over the batter.

3. Pour the remaining cake batter over the crumbs, spreading evenly.

4. Sprinkle the remaining crumb topping over the cake.

Step 8: Bake the Cake

1. Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

2. Let the cake cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving.