Incredibly Moist Pumpkin-Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Health score
2%
Incredibly Moist Pumpkin-Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
110 min.
16
537kcal

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with our Incredibly Moist Pumpkin-Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether you're celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself to a slice of seasonal goodness. With its rich pumpkin flavor and aromatic spices, this cake captures the essence of autumn in every bite.

What sets this cake apart is its incredible moisture, achieved through a combination of sour cream and pumpkin puree, ensuring that each slice is tender and flavorful. The luscious cream cheese frosting adds a creamy, tangy contrast that perfectly complements the spiced cake layers. It's a match made in dessert heaven!

Not only is this cake a feast for the taste buds, but it also makes for a stunning centerpiece at your gatherings. With three layers of fluffy cake and a generous coating of frosting, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Plus, it’s easy to make, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of friends and family.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a cake that will become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection. This Incredibly Moist Pumpkin-Spice Cake is not just a dessert; it’s a celebration of flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet tooth!

Ingredients

  • box spice cake mix 
  • 0.7 cup granulated sugar 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • 15 oz pumpkin pie filling/mix canned (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • cups powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Spray bottom and sides of three 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray; line with cooking parchment paper.
  2. In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes. Divide batter equally among pans.
  3. Bake 20 to 24 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until smooth. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until frosting reaches desired spreading consistency.
  5. Place 1 cake layer, rounded side down, on serving plate; spread about 3/4 cup frosting over top to within about 1/4 inch of edge. Top with second cake layer, rounded side up; spread with 3/4 cup frosting. Top with third layer, rounded side up.
  6. Spread thin layer of frosting on side of cake.
  7. Spread remaining frosting on side and top of cake. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories537kcal
Protein3.64%
Fat38.88%
Carbs57.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.19
Glycemic Load
6.24
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
9.3134782936262%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:536.83kcal
26.84%
Fat:23.67g
36.41%
Saturated Fat:10.21g
63.79%
Carbohydrates:78.71g
26.24%
Net Carbohydrates:75.96g
27.62%
Sugar:61.33g
68.14%
Cholesterol:80.01mg
26.67%
Sodium:397.52mg
17.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.99g
9.98%
Vitamin A:2765.01IU
55.3%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.74%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.26%
Phosphorus:141.59mg
14.16%
Iron:2.06mg
11.42%
Fiber:2.76g
11.02%
Vitamin K:11.37µg
10.83%
Selenium:7.27µg
10.39%
Folate:33.9µg
8.47%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.41%
Calcium:80.13mg
8.01%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.28%
Vitamin E:0.9mg
5.97%
Potassium:207.22mg
5.92%
Copper:0.12mg
5.76%
Vitamin B3:0.96mg
4.82%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.61%
Magnesium:15.5mg
3.87%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.3%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.94%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%
Vitamin C:1.04mg
1.26%