Description

Indulge in the ultimate fall treat with our Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cake. This moist and flavorful cake combines the rich essence of pumpkin with a luscious salted caramel topping, making it an irresistible choice for gatherings or cozy nights at home. The creamy frosting adds a delightful finish, ensuring every bite is filled with warmth and sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients

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4 eggs (room temperature)
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 cup vegetable oil
15 oz can pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
16 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup salted butter (room temperature)
1/4 cup salted caramel topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a bowl, mix together eggs, brown sugar, vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and salted caramel until blended.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and pumpkin pie spice.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 36 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; add vanilla and powdered sugar gradually until smooth.
Frost the cooled cake and drizzle with extra salted caramel if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 36 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing results. Don’t overmix the batter to maintain a light texture. This cake can be made ahead of time; flavors improve after a day.