Michelle's Pumpkin Cake

Moist, spiced, and irresistibly sweet, Michelle's Pumpkin Cake is the ultimate fall dessert that will become your go-to for cozy gatherings or holiday celebrations. This easy-to-make recipe combines warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with the natural richness of pumpkin puree for a perfectly spongy cake texture. Topped with a creamy, homemade cream cheese frosting, each bite melts in your mouth, balancing sweetness and spice in every forkful. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry ingredients, this beautifully frosted cake is perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike. Whether you're crafting a centerpiece dessert for Thanksgiving or just craving pumpkin-inspired comfort, Michelle's Pumpkin Cake is guaranteed to delight every guest at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

Step 3

In another large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Step 8

To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until fully incorporated. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 10

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Step 11

Slice into squares, serve, and enjoy your Michelle's Pumpkin Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2162.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8176.7

Total Fat 413.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 147.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 136.3g
Cholesterol 1258.3mg	0%
Sodium 4421.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1106.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 887.5g
Protein 68.4g	0%

Vitamin D 222.3IU	0%
Calcium 520.6mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 1323.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 52.6%