Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist, spiced cake that captures the cozy flavors of fall. With warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this cake has a rich pumpkin flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy, tangy sweetness of the cream cheese frosting. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or an autumn-inspired treat. The combination of soft, tender cake and smooth, luscious frosting makes this a crowd-pleasing favorite that’s sure to become a seasonal tradition.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cream cheese frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- Make the frosting: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
- Frost the cake: Once the cake is cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Slice and serve.
This Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is soft, flavorful, and perfectly sweet, making it a must-have dessert for fall!
