Granny Z's Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with Granny Z's Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting—a moist, spiced dessert that captures the essence of pumpkin perfection. Infused with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this easy-to-make cake features a tender crumb thanks to pure pumpkin purée and a hint of vanilla. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that's whipped to pillowy perfection, the sweet and tangy topping perfectly balances the warm, earthy spices. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or simply savoring with a cup of coffee. Treat your loved ones to this timeless recipe that’s irresistibly rich yet wonderfully simple. Perfect for fall baking and beyond!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups brown sugar (packed)
• 1 cups vegetable oil
• 4 eggs
• 1 cups pure pumpkin puree
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined.

Step 4

Add eggs one at a time to the sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Mix in pumpkin puree and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 10

To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 11

Add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed until fully incorporated.

Step 12

Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of milk, and beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy. Add more milk if needed for desired consistency.

Step 13

Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.

Step 14

Slice into squares and serve. Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2068.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7737.9

Total Fat 407.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.4g
Cholesterol 1254.8mg	0%
Sodium 3989.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1001.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 786.4g
Protein 69.0g	0%

Vitamin D 228.8IU	0%
Calcium 611.1mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 1511.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.1%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 50.4%