Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of our Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle, a dessert that embodies the essence of fall. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or celebrating a birthday. Moist pumpkin cake layered with creamy, tangy frosting and topped with a decadent salted caramel drizzle creates an irresistible treat that will leave everyone wanting more. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this delightful dessert is sure to impress family and friends 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 sauce)
3 tablespoons butter (for salted caramel sauce)
1/4 cup heavy cream (for salted caramel sauce)
1/2 teaspoon salt (for salted caramel sauce)
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 your oven to 350°F and grease three 8-inch cake pans.
In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
Slowly combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
Divide the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
For the salted caramel sauce, melt sugar in a saucepan until golden; add butter and cream, stirring in salt before cooling.
Beat cream cheese and butter in a stand mixer until fluffy; add vanilla, salt, and powdered sugar until smooth.
Assemble the cake by layering frosting between cakes; frost the top and sides and drizzle with salted caramel.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg