Pumpkin Poke Cake
Pumpkin Poke Cake is a must-try autumn dessert that combines a moist pumpkin-flavored cake with warm spices and a creamy cream cheese topping. The delightful aroma fills your home, creating a cozy atmosphere perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween gatherings, or simply enjoying a sweet treat at home. Each bite offers a delicious blend of flavors that evokes the essence of fall, making it an instant favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 can (15 oz) canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, and oil. Combine both mixtures until just blended.
- Pour batter into a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Poke holes in the cooled cake with a fork. Beat together cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth, then pour over the poked cake.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or using spice cake mix instead of regular cake mix. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat individual portions if desired.