Description

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake is a dreamy dessert that encapsulates the essence of autumn in every bite. This cake features a tender pumpkin spice base infused with rich espresso and topped with a luscious espresso cream cheese frosting. Perfect for gatherings, Thanksgiving feasts, or cozy evenings at home, each slice offers a delightful balance of flavors that will warm your heart and impress your guests. The combination of moist cake and creamy frosting ensures this treat is as pleasing to the palate as it is visually stunning.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups (281 g) all purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
10 tbsp (140 g) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated white sugar
2 eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
1 cup (244 g) canned pumpkin puree, at room temperature
1/4 cup (60 ml) espresso or strong coffee
1/3 cup (80 ml) whole milk
1/2 cup (150 g) sweetened condensed milk
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (224 g) unsalted butter, softened
8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, cold
2 cups (260 g) powdered sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp instant espresso powder
1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk and pumpkin until just combined.
Pour batter into the pan and bake for about 38 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the latte soak, mix espresso, whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla in a bowl.
Once cooled, poke holes in the cake and pour the soak over it.
For frosting, beat butter and cold cream cheese until smooth; add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, instant espresso powder, and pumpkin pie spice.
Frost the cooled cake evenly before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 38 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Measure flour accurately by spooning into the cup instead of scooping directly. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.