Description
Indulge in the cozy comforts of fall with an Easy Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This delightful treat combines the rich flavors of pumpkin puree and spice with the creamy decadence of frosting, perfect for seasonal gatherings or a simple autumn evening dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Blend in the pumpkin puree, oil, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir the mixture until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed, but be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool on a wire rack.
- While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, continuing to mix until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly on top.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature, especially the eggs and cream cheese, for a smooth batter and frosting.
- For added texture, fold in some chopped nuts or raisins into the batter before baking.
- Always cool the cake completely before frosting to prevent the cream cheese from melting.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Spice Cake, Fall Desserts, Easy Pumpkin Cake, Spice Pumpkin Cake