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Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a warm and spiced dessert that captures the essence of fall.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Gives the cake its structure
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the cake rise
  • 1 te teaspoon baking soda Balances acidity of pumpkin
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Star spice for warmth
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds nutty sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Adds zestiness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves For aromatic depth
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake
  • 1 cup brown sugar Adds rich flavor
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée Key ingredient, use pure purée
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Keeps cake moist
  • 3 large eggs Bind the ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup milk Adds moisture
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese Provides creamy tanginess
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Adds rich mouthfeel
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sweetens frosting
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds warmth
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream Adjusts frosting consistency
For the Topping
  • ½ cup caramel sauce For drizzling
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts Optional for crunch

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures gently.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
  8. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  9. Spread the cream cheese frosting on the cooled cake.
  10. Drizzle caramel sauce over the frosted cake.
  11. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts or pecans before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Mix gently to avoid overmixing. Use room temperature ingredients for better texture.

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