Pumpkin Spice Heaven Cake
Indulge in this moist and flavorful pumpkin cake, bursting with the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving, or any cozy occasion. Each slice is a slice of autumn bliss, inviting you to savor the delightful combination of pumpkin and spice!
ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2.
In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- 3.
In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- 4.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- 5.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- 6.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- 8.
While cooling, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- 9.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, mixing until creamy and spreadable.
- 10.
Once the cakes have cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer, add the second layer, and frost the top and sides.
- 11.
Slice and serve, reveling in the delicious flavors of fall!
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