Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with our Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle. This moist and spiced cake is layered with luscious cream cheese frosting and topped with a rich salted caramel glaze, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a festive gathering or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this cake will surely impress your family and friends. With its delightful flavors of pumpkin and warm spices, every slice feels like a warm hug on a chilly day. Perfectly sweetened and beautifully presented, this cake is not just a dessert; it’s a centerpiece that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
3 tablespoons butter (for caramel)
1/4 cup heavy cream (for caramel)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for caramel)
8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
8 oz butter (for frosting)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
7 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
In one bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
Drizzle cooled salted caramel over the top for an elegant finish.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg