Gorgeous Fall Cake – Colorful Autumn Layers with Rich Frosting and Seasonal Flavor!

Introduction

As the fall season brings its vibrant hues and cool air, it also calls for a dessert that captures the essence of autumn – and Ella Chef has delivered just that with the Gorgeous Fall Cake. This cake is a showstopper, featuring colorful autumn layers and rich frosting that embodies the flavors of the season. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this cake is as flavorful as it is beautiful. Whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving, a fall birthday, or just enjoying the crisp autumn days, this cake is sure to impress with its stunning colors and delicious taste.

Recipe

Gorgeous Fall Cake with Autumn Layers and Rich Frosting

This colorful fall cake, made with layers of vibrant autumn-inspired flavors, is topped with a rich frosting that perfectly complements the season.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 minute min

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
• 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup Whole milk
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 8 oz Cream cheese softened
• 4 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream
• as needed drops Food coloring red, yellow, and orange

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin puree.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the three prepared cake pans. Use food coloring to tint the batter in three different shades of orange, red, and yellow for a colorful autumn effect.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Gradually add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy and spreadable.
8. Once the cakes are cooled, layer them with frosting between each layer and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Decorate the top with fall-themed sprinkles or additional food coloring designs for a festive touch.
9. Slice, serve, and enjoy your gorgeous, colorful fall cake!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This cake can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. It’s perfect for fall parties, Thanksgiving, or any autumn celebration!

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How to Make the Recipe

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing and flouring three 8-inch round cake pans. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. This mixture of dry ingredients adds the perfect balance of warm, aromatic spices to the cake.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, which will take about 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, making sure to beat well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin puree for a rich, autumn-inspired flavor.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Mix everything until just combined to avoid overmixing, which could make the cake dense.

To create the colorful fall layers, divide the batter evenly between the three prepared cake pans. Add a few drops of food coloring to each portion to create vibrant shades of orange, red, and yellow. This will give your cake a beautiful, seasonal appearance that’s perfect for autumn.

Bake the cakes for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. Beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then gradually add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy and spreadable.

Once the cakes have cooled, stack them with a layer of frosting between each layer, and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Decorate the top of the cake with fall-themed sprinkles or additional food coloring designs to make it even more festive.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this Gorgeous Fall Cake is the perfect dessert to bring the colors and flavors of autumn to your table. With its vibrant layers, rich frosting, and comforting pumpkin flavor, it’s sure to impress your guests at any fall gathering or holiday celebration. The colorful layers not only add a touch of fun but also capture the essence of fall in a delightful and delicious way. Serve this cake at Thanksgiving, a birthday, or any autumn event for a memorable dessert that celebrates the season!