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A cozy pumpkin spice cake served warm and ready to enjoy

Pumpkin Spice Cake That’ll Make Your Kitchen Smell Like Fall

This delightful pumpkin spice cake brings the cozy aromas of autumn right into your kitchen. Perfect for any fall gathering, its moist texture and warm spices are truly irresistible.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger
  • 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp Ground cloves
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 15 oz Pumpkin puree
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 0.05 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter softened (1 stick)
  • 3 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp Milk optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer (optional)
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk together all dry cake ingredients until well combined.
Mixing
  1. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Baking & Cooling
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for at least 20-30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. While the cake cools, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well incorporated, then stir in the vanilla extract, adding milk if needed for consistency.
Assemble & Serve
  1. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve for a delicious fall treat.

Notes

Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting. For an extra touch, sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or chopped pecans before serving.