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Classic Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Classic Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

Enjoy the warm flavors of Classic Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting for a delightful fall treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use whole wheat or gluten-free flour for a healthier option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider reducing the amount for a less sweet cake.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can enhance richness.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Fresh pumpkin puree is a viable alternative.
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with applesauce for a lighter version.
  • 3 large Eggs Egg substitutes include flaxseed meal or applesauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Provides additional leavening.
  • 2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust quantities to suit personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Mascarpone or Greek yogurt can substitute.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Can replace with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Use less for a less sweet frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract is preferred.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing with butter or spray and dusting with flour.
  2. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, blend the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Gradually pour dry ingredients into wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. Make frosting by beating cream cheese and unsalted butter until fluffy, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla.
  8. Once cooled, place one layer on a plate, frost generously, add second layer, and frost the top and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, measure ingredients accurately and let eggs and cream cheese come to room temperature before mixing.

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