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January 26, 2026

This Pumpkin Cake is delightfully moist, filled with the perfect blend of comforting spices, and topped with velvety cream cheese frosting!

Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
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Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

Ingredients

Milk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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To make the Cake

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Preheat the oven to 325℉. Grease a 9X13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, mix together the oil, brown sugar, eggs, sour cream, pumpkin puree, and vanilla until combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir just until no streaks of flour remain.
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Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool to room temperature on a wire rack before topping with the frosting.

To make the Frosting

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In a large mixing bowl using an electric handheld mixer, beat the softened cream cheese on high speed for 1 minute. Add the powdered sugar and mix on low speed until incorporated before turning the mixer up to high speed and beating for another 1 minute. Spread the frosting onto the fully cooled cake using an offset spatula.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Moisture Magic 💧
    Use room temperature pumpkin purée and sour cream to ensure a supremely moist cake with even texture and consistent rise.
  • Spice Blending Technique 🌶️
    Toast your ground spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice) in a dry pan for 30-45 seconds before adding to batter to intensify their aromatic qualities and depth of flavor.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting Pro Tip 🧈
    Ensure cream cheese and butter are exactly room temperature and beat until completely smooth to prevent a lumpy or grainy frosting texture.
  • Perfect Cake Release 🍰
    Line cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease with neutral oil, then dust with flour to guarantee a clean, seamless cake release.
  • Cooling Technique ❄️
    Allow cake to cool completely in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to prevent condensation and maintain the ideal cake texture.

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Knead Some Sweets

Hi, I'm Naomi! Recipe developer, food photographer, author, and baking enthusiast behind Knead Some Sweets.

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