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Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with this delicious Pumpkin Cake topped with a decadent Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for autumn gatherings or as a sweet treat any time of the year.


Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Frosting:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/4 cup prepared caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 3–3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare the cake: Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another. Combine, pour into the pan, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  3. Make the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter, add caramel, salt, and vanilla. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Frost the cake: Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and drizzle with extra caramel sauce.

Notes

  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Let sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes before serving for best texture.
  • For a layer cake version, divide the batter between two 9-inch round pans and adjust bake time to 25–28 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg