Pumpkin Cupcakes Cake

Transform your autumn celebrations with this irresistible Pumpkin Cupcakes Cake, a show-stopping dessert that combines the cozy flavors of spiced pumpkin with the elegance of a cream cheese frosting. Perfectly moist cupcakes, flavored with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, are artfully arranged into a creative "cake" centerpiece, ideal for holidays or family gatherings. Topped with silky-smooth cream cheese frosting—optionally tinted with orange food coloring for a festive flair—and sprinkled with decorations of your choice, this recipe is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Easy to make with a quick 20-minute prep time, this dessert is a seasonal crowd-pleaser that's sure to impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 3 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 0 as needed Orange food coloring (optional)
• 0 as desired Sprinkles or decorations (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is fully combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 6

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

While the cupcakes cool, make the cream cheese frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed. Add milk as needed until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.

Step 9

For a festive touch, mix in orange food coloring for a pumpkin-inspired look.

Step 10

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, arrange them on a serving platter to form a cohesive “cake.” Spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting over the top to create an even layer.

Step 11

Add sprinkles or other decorations for a festive finish if desired.

Step 12

Refrigerate the cake until ready to serve. Allow it to come to room temperature for 10-15 minutes before slicing into the assembled “cake.” Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1815.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6390.5

Total Fat 304.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 72.5g
Cholesterol 1053.0mg	0%
Sodium 4337.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 890.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 675.5g
Protein 62.6g	0%

Vitamin D 194.3IU	0%
Calcium 521.2mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 1368.1mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 54.4%