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Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

This Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is an easy and delicious way to celebrate fall flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Feel free to use a gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds rich moisture; swap for dairy-free butter for a vegan choice.
  • 1.5 cups Pumpkin Puree Can use fresh pumpkin if cooked and drained of excess moisture.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Elevates the overall flavor profile.
For the Gooey Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened; provides a creamy texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Offers stability and moisture.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust to your preference.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Nutmeg Adjust to your preference.
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cloves Adjust to your preference.
For the Frosting
  • 6 cups Powdered Sugar 4 cups for frosting, plus 2 cups for mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Packed; adds depth and richness.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine yellow cake mix, one egg, melted butter, one cup of pumpkin puree, and two teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish, pressing down evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy, then add eggs, half a cup of pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, melted butter, and spices. Mix until creamy.
  5. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth, then pour over the cake batter.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
  7. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese, butter, and brown sugar until fluffy. Gradually add remaining powdered sugar.
  9. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
  10. Slice into squares and serve, optionally garnished with cinnamon or chopped pecans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days; can be served chilled or warmed up.

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