Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle. This moist and spiced cake is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive holiday gatherings. Each bite offers a rich pumpkin flavor complemented by creamy frosting and a decadent salted caramel drizzle that elevates it to a true showstopper. Easy to make and visually stunning, this cake is sure to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for salted caramel)
3 tablespoons butter (for salted caramel)
1/4 cup heavy cream (for salted caramel)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for salted caramel)
8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
8 oz butter (for frosting)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
7 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 8-inch cake pans.
In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt. Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the salted caramel drizzle: Heat sugar in a saucepan until melted; stir in butter and cream gradually until smooth; add salt.
For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy; mix in vanilla extract and powdered sugar until combined.
Assemble the layers with frosting in between and cover the entire cake with frosting; drizzle with salted caramel before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (104g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg