Description

Indulge in the heavenly flavors of Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting, the quintessential dessert for autumn. Bursting with the warm spices of pumpkin and enveloped in a luscious caramel-infused cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for fall gatherings, birthdays, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Its moist texture and delightful sweetness make each bite a memorable experience, perfect for impressing family and friends. With straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create this crowd-pleaser effortlessly.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil (or canola)
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 15 oz can pumpkin puree
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
6 oz cream cheese (full fat brick style)
1/2 cup salted caramel
2–3 cups powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons whipping cream (as needed)
1 cup white sugar (for caramel sauce)
1/3 cup unsalted butter (cut into 5 pieces, for caramel sauce)
1/2 cup whipping cream (for caramel sauce)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for caramel sauce)
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt (for caramel sauce)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk these ingredients together until well combined.
In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Then add eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. Mix until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula to fold gently until just combined.
Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan. Bake in preheated oven for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely in the pan before frosting.
For the frosting, beat together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Then mix in salted caramel and gradually add powdered sugar. Beat until creamy, adjusting consistency with whipping cream if needed.
Once your cake is completely cool, spread the caramel cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Decorate with additional caramel if desired. Slice, serve, and enjoy.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 360
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg