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Pumpkin Layer Cake Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert

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This pumpkin layer cake with cinnamon frosting is the ultimate autumn dessert, combining warm, cozy flavors with melt-in-your-mouth frosting. Perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 3/4 cups (420g) pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (500g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30–45ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. Stir in the pumpkin puree, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, cinnamon, and salt, mixing until smooth. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until light and fluffy.
  10. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of frosting over the top. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides. Smooth the frosting with an offset spatula.

Notes

[‘Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.’, ‘Use room temperature eggs for a smoother texture.’, ‘Ensure cake layers are fully cooled before frosting.’, ‘Use fresh spices for the best flavor.’, ‘Chill the frosting for 10–15 minutes if it feels too soft.’]

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Keywords: Pumpkin cake, Cinnamon frosting, Fall dessert, Thanksgiving dessert, Layer cake

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