Ingredients

• 1 small sugar pie pumpkin (2 to 3 pounds)
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin-pie spice
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs, separated
• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds
• 1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds
• 1 1/2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• coarse salt
• 1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries
• whipped cream, for serving (optional)