Description
Immerse yourself in the essence of autumn with this Best Pumpkin Spice Cake Recipe. With layers of rich pumpkin flavor and topped with creamy frosting, it’s perfect for cozy gatherings and Fall Cake Easy enjoyment.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour – 2 cups
- Sugar – 1 1/2 cups
- Brown sugar – 1/2 cup
- Baking powder – 2 teaspoons
- Baking soda – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1/2 teaspoon
- Cinnamon – 2 teaspoons
- Nutmeg – 1 teaspoon
- Ginger – 1/2 teaspoon
- Cloves – 1/4 teaspoon
- Pumpkin puree – 1 cup
- Vegetable oil – 1/2 cup
- Eggs – 4 large
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- Cream cheese – 8 oz, softened
- Butter – 1/2 cup, softened
- Powdered sugar – 3 cups
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- In another bowl, mix the sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring just until moistened. Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pans on a wire rack for 10 minutes before removing. Set cakes aside to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting on top. Add the second layer and apply the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
- For a decorative touch, dust the cake with a pinch of cinnamon or add pecan halves around the base.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients, especially butter and cream cheese, are at room temperature for a smoother frosting.
- Avoid over-mixing the batter to prevent a dense cake.
- For an added twist, consider incorporating a layer of Pumpkin Cake With Cinnamon Frosting between the main cake layers.
- Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Spice Celebration Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, autumn dessert