Description

Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle is the ultimate autumn indulgence. This moist, spiced pumpkin cake is perfectly complemented by a tangy cream cheese frosting and finished with a luscious salted caramel drizzle. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply enjoying a cozy fall day, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. With its delightful flavors and elegant presentation, it stands out on any dessert table. Easy to make with straightforward instructions, this recipe allows even novice bakers to create a show-stopping dessert that brings warmth and joy to any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
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, room temperature
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt (for salted 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 and grease three 8-inch cake pans.
In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and oil until combined.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; pour into prepared pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; cool completely.
For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy; add vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth.
Assemble layers with frosting in between; frost the entire cake.
Prepare salted caramel by melting sugar and butter in a saucepan; add cream and salt once golden brown.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg