Description

Indulge in the ultimate fall dessert with our Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle. This moist and flavorful cake combines warm spices and pumpkin for a delightful treat, perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting and a luscious salted caramel drizzle, every bite is an irresistible experience. Whether enjoyed as a sweet pick-me-up or showcased at a holiday feast, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

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 caramel)
3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt (for caramel)
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
8 oz butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
7 cups powdered sugar

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans.
In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until combined.
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the salted caramel: Melt sugar in a saucepan until golden, then carefully stir in butter and heavy cream. Add salt and let cool.
For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy; add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
Assemble the cake by layering with frosting between layers and on top; drizzle with cooled caramel.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg