Introduction:
This Pumpkin Spice Cake is the perfect dessert for the fall season. With warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your home. It’s moist, flavorful, and packed with all the delicious flavors of autumn. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy treat!
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve slices of the pumpkin spice cake with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting, if desired.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 320 || Carbohydrates: 40g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 16g || Saturated Fat: 2g || Cholesterol: 45mg || Sodium: 280mg || Fiber: 2g || Sugar: 20g