Pumpkin Sheet Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that captures the essence of fall in every bite. This cake is infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and gets its rich flavor and texture from pure pumpkin puree. Baked in a sheet pan, this cake is perfect for serving a crowd at holiday gatherings or autumn celebrations. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, it’s a simple yet decadent treat that’s sure to be a hit with pumpkin lovers.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13×18-inch sheet pan.
- Make the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. In a large bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy and well combined.
- Frost and Serve:
- Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake. Slice and serve.
Enjoy this Pumpkin Sheet Cake as a perfect dessert for fall gatherings, capturing the warm and cozy flavors of the season!
