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Pumpkin Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting. This moist and aromatic cake features the warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, perfectly complemented by a rich, creamy frosting made from brown sugar and cream cheese. Ideal for any autumn occasion, from Thanksgiving feasts to cozy gatherings, this dessert not only delights the taste buds but also adds a festive touch to your table. Easy to prepare and visually stunning when garnished with pumpkin seeds, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 150 g white granulated sugar
  • 150 g brown sugar
  • 180 ml vegetable oil
  • 400 g pumpkin puree
  • 230 g all-purpose flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 160 g cream cheese
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
  • 150 g unsalted butter
  • 220 g icing sugar
  • orange food color (optional)
  • pumpkin seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine white granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and pumpkin puree.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
  4. Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and evenly distribute the batter. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  6. For the frosting, beat unsalted butter until creamy; gradually mix in brown sugar and cream cheese until smooth. Add icing sugar as needed.
  7. Frost cooled cake layers generously and garnish with pumpkin seeds if desired.

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