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Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this delightful Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This moist and fluffy cake, infused with the rich flavors of pumpkin and warm spices, is topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that adds a creamy, tangy finish. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home, this dessert captures the essence of fall in every bite. Easy to prepare, it’s an ideal treat for any occasion—whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply enjoying a sweet moment by yourself. The addition of toasted pecans provides a delightful crunch, making it not just delicious but also beautifully textured.

Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoon sunflower oil
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup pure pumpkin puree
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • â…“ cup chopped toasted pecans (plus extra for topping)
  • ½ block cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup powdered confectioner's sugar
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter, sunflower oil, brown sugar, egg, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, combine baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and flour.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; stir until just combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cake to cool completely before frosting.
  7. Beat together cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Frost cooled cake and top with additional toasted pecans if desired.

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