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Pumpkin Spice Cake: 1 Perfect Fall Dessert

Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Create a festive fall centerpiece with this delicious Pumpkin Spice Cake topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. This recipe is perfect for any autumn gathering.

Ingredients

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  • For the Cake:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
  • Optional: chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
  10. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk or cream until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
  11. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
  12. Garnish with chopped pecans or walnuts if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure your pumpkin puree is not pumpkin pie filling.
  • Room temperature ingredients for the frosting will ensure a smoother texture.
  • The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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