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Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

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A delightful pumpkin cake topped with creamy caramel cream cheese frosting, perfect for fall and special occasions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool the cakes completely on wire racks.
  7. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Mix in the powdered sugar and caramel sauce until well blended.
  8. Frost the cooled cakes generously with the caramel cream cheese frosting.

Notes

For best flavor, use pure canned pumpkin puree. Ensure cream cheese and butter are softened to create a smooth frosting.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg