Description
Indulge in the ultimate fall treat with this Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting. This moist and flavorful cake merges the warm spices of pumpkin pie with a rich, creamy caramel frosting, making it an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy family dinners, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this cake is sure to impress. With its easy preparation and stunning presentation, you’ll want to make this delightful recipe again and again.
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
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 can (15 oz) 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)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together oil, brown sugar, white sugar; add eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture; stir until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg