Description
Pumpkin Spice Cake is a moist, tender, and warmly spiced dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fall. Made with pumpkin puree and a comforting blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves, this cake offers a nostalgic taste and satisfying texture that fits any occasion—from autumn gatherings to a cozy morning treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (blend of nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and cinnamon)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your cake pan. Measure all your ingredients ahead to streamline the process.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour (or gluten-free flour blend), baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and any additional spices you prefer.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs (or vegan substitute), vegetable oil (or dairy-free option), and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- Blend Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently to combine. Be careful not to overmix, preserving the cake’s tenderness and light texture.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Baking time may vary depending on pan size.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before adding frosting or slicing to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh pumpkin pie spice for maximum flavor potency.
- Avoid overmixing batter to keep the cake tender and light.
- Check oven temperature for accurate even baking.
- Test for doneness a few minutes before suggested baking time to prevent overbaking.
- Allow cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent frosting from melting or sliding off.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of cake)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg