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Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is the quintessential autumn dessert that perfectly captures the essence of the season. Each slice offers a moist, tender crumb infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, complemented by a rich cream cheese frosting that adds a delightful tang. This cake not only tantalizes your taste buds but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any gathering, whether it’s Thanksgiving dinner or a cozy coffee date. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping dessert that fills your home with the comforting aromas of fall. Get ready to indulge in this seasonal favorite and make lasting memories with every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • For the frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Allow cooling before frosting.
  6. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; frost cooled cakes generously.

Nutrition

Keywords: - For a lighter version, substitute half of the oil with applesauce. - Customize your frosting by adding vanilla extract or maple syrup for added flavor. - Enhance texture by folding in chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the batter.

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