Pumpkin Cake Recipe

Introduction

Pumpkin cake is a wonderful seasonal treat that blends the sweetness of pumpkin with the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. Ella Chef, a passionate baker and food enthusiast, recalls the first time she made this cake for a family gathering. The cake was a hit, with its soft texture and rich flavor, leaving everyone asking for the recipe. Since then, Ella has been perfecting her version, and today, she’s excited to share it with all pumpkin lovers!

Recipe

Pumpkin Cake

This pumpkin cake is soft, moist, and full of fall flavors. The perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1 can pumpkin puree
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cloves

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Cake Pan
• Oven

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until smooth.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until fully combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 3gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 1925IUVitamin C: 1.5mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This pumpkin cake is perfect as a dessert or for breakfast with a hot cup of coffee!

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How to Make Pumpkin Cake

To make the perfect pumpkin cake, start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a cake pan. Begin by combining the wet ingredients: in a mixing bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir until smooth. In another bowl, whisk the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Once mixed, slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. To check if the cake is done, insert a toothpick in the center — it should come out clean. Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. The result will be a soft, spongy cake with the rich, comforting flavor of pumpkin and a blend of warm spices. Serve as is or with a light dusting of powdered sugar or cream cheese frosting.

Conclusion

Pumpkin cake is an ideal dessert to enjoy during the fall season. Its moist texture and spiced flavor make it perfect for cozy gatherings or as a treat to accompany your afternoon coffee. Whether you top it with a simple dusting of powdered sugar or a decadent frosting, it’s a versatile cake that everyone will love. Happy baking from Ella Chef!