Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with this Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake. Each slice offers a delightful blend of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, topped off with an optional cream cheese frosting that adds a creamy richness. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any chilly day, this cake promises to warm your heart and impress your guests!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Frost with cream cheese frosting if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.