Louise Meadow's Wonderful Pumpkin Cake

Get ready to fall in love with Louise Meadow's Wonderful Pumpkin Cake, a show-stopping dessert that combines rich autumnal flavors with an irresistibly moist texture. This easy-to-make cake is infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, perfectly balanced by the smooth sweetness of canned pumpkin purée. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that adds a tangy contrast, this homemade treat is ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy evenings, or any occasion that calls for a little indulgence. With its 20-minute prep time and a fluffy batter made from Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, and a hint of vanilla, this pumpkin cake is a fuss-free masterpiece you’ll want to bake again and again. Whether you serve it as a single-layer classic or a layered celebration cake, this recipe guarantees a slice of pumpkin perfection every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cups Canned pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
• 3 whole Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups Powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another medium mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan(s) and spread it evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan(s) on a wire rack before frosting.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 9

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake. For layer cakes, divide the frosting between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 10

Slice, serve, and enjoy your Louise Meadow's Wonderful Pumpkin Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2072.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7040.6

Total Fat 300.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 128.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 1071.4mg	0%
Sodium 4398.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1043.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 781.8g
Protein 81.6g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 721.6mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 1670.0mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 57.9%