Hocus Pocus Cottage Cake
Step into a world of whimsy with the enchanting Hocus Pocus Cottage Cake, a spiced pumpkin cake that’s as delightful to behold as it is to savor. This autumn-inspired recipe combines the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with the richness of pumpkin puree, creating a moist, tender crumb that's perfect for the season. Topped with a decadent cream cheese frosting, this cake can be transformed into an edible masterpiece with optional food coloring and piping details, bringing the feel of a storybook cottage to life. Ideal for cozy gatherings or Halloween celebrations, this spellbinding dessert is not just delicious but also a fun centerpiece for your table. Easy to prepare and irresistibly charming, the Hocus Pocus Cottage Cake will cast a delicious spell over anyone who takes a bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 Eggs
- 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 8 ounces Softened cream cheese
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
- Food coloring (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or a set of novelty cottage-shaped cake pans, if available.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until combined.
In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold until no dry streaks remain, but take care not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s), spreading it out evenly. Tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
Mix in the heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until the desired spreading consistency is reached. If desired, divide the frosting and tint portions with food coloring for decorative effects.
Once the cake is completely cool, frost it generously with the cream cheese frosting. Use additional frosting or food coloring to pipe details, transforming the cake into a delightful cottage facade.
Serve slices at room temperature and enjoy this magical, cozy treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.5 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 157 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 451 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
