Out of This World Pumpkin Cake
Indulge in the cozy, spiced flavors of fall with this "Out of This World Pumpkin Cake," a dessert that lives up to its name. This moist, fluffy pumpkin cake is infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, perfectly balanced with the richness of real pumpkin puree. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting sweetened with a hint of maple syrup, this cake offers a truly decadent treat perfect for any occasion. From its melt-in-your-mouth texture to the delicate sweetness of brown sugar and vanilla, every bite is a celebration of autumn's best flavors. Quick to prepare with simple ingredients and ready in under an hour, this 9x13-inch cake is ideal for cozy family gatherings, potlucks, or seasonal celebrations. Use keywords like "pumpkin cake recipe," "cream cheese frosting," and "easy fall dessert" to recreate this irresistible treat at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 3 eggs, large
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cups pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Lightly dust it with flour, then set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Mix the pumpkin puree into the wet mixture until fully incorporated, followed by the milk. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting. Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together in a medium bowl until smooth and fluffy.
Add the maple syrup and heavy cream to the frosting mixture, then beat again until the frosting is light and easily spreadable.
Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
Optional: Sprinkle the frosted cake with a pinch of ground cinnamon for garnish or add some crushed pecans for extra crunch.
Slice the cake into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy your 'Out of This World Pumpkin Cake'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 255.6 g | 328% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.1 g | 760% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1241 mg | 414% | |
| Sodium | 4405 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 895.0 g | 325% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 670.7 g | ||
| Protein | 66.9 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 763 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2150 mg | 46% | |
*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.
