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Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

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  • Author: Grace
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 15 people 1x

Description

Indulge in the warmth of our Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of autumn. This moist and flavorful cake is perfectly spiced with pumpkin pie seasoning, making it a standout treat for any occasion. Topped with luscious caramel cream cheese frosting, each bite offers a rich and decadent experience that will impress your family and friends. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying an afternoon snack, this cake is sure to become a favorite. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s the perfect blend of comfort and elegance.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 6 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel
  • 2–3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons whipping cream (as needed)
  • 1 cup white sugar (for homemade salted caramel)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter (cut into 5 pieces, for homemade salted caramel)
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream (for homemade salted caramel)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for homemade salted caramel)
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt (for homemade salted caramel)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine vegetable oil, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in pumpkin puree.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For frosting: Beat together softened butter and cream cheese, then mix in salted caramel followed by powdered sugar until smooth.
  7. Once the cake has cooled completely, frost generously with caramel cream cheese frosting.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice / approximately 80g
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

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