Description
Indulge in the rich, seasonal flavors of our Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This delightful dessert beautifully marries the warmth of pumpkin spice with the sweetness of salted caramel, making it perfect for fall celebrations, birthdays, or simply a cozy family gathering. With its moist texture and creamy frosting, this cake is not just a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat, topped with a luscious caramel drizzle that enhances its appeal. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, our easy-to-follow recipe ensures your cake turns out perfectly every time. Get ready to impress your guests with this irresistible dessert that will have them coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and dust lightly with flour.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugars and oil until smooth; add eggs one at a time and then mix in pumpkin puree.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture using a spatula until just mixed.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Layer the cooled cakes with frosting in between and on top; garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (97g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 295mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Use fresh pumpkin puree for optimal flavor. Let eggs come to room temperature for better mixing. Ensure the cake cools completely before frosting to avoid melting.