Moist Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
A delightful autumn dessert combining pumpkin and warm spices, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking pan
- wire rack
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 300 g Pumpkin puree Fresh or canned.
- 200 g Granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
- 150 g Brown sugar Adds moisture and flavor.
- 240 ml Vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist.
- 4 large Eggs Provides structure and moisture.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- 250 g All-purpose flour Base for the cake.
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder Leavening agent.
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda Helps the cake rise.
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds warmth and flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg Enhances the spice profile.
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger Adds a zesty flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 200 g Cream cheese At room temperature.
- 100 g Unsalted butter At room temperature.
- 300 g Powdered sugar For sweetness and texture.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For flavor.
- 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175 °C (350 °F). Prepare your baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, mixing until fluffy.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, frost the top and sides with the cream cheese frosting. Decorate as desired.
- Slice and serve your moist pumpkin spice cake with cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!
Notes
This cake is perfect for fall gatherings and can be customized for gluten-free or vegan diets.