Delicious and Moist Pumpkin Cake Recipe

Indulge in the heavenly flavors of this moist pumpkin cake with a rich cream cheese frosting. This recipe takes the classic combination of pumpkin and spices and turns it into a delightful dessert that will leave you craving for more. Perfect for autumn gatherings or any occasion, this cake is easy to make and will impress both family and friends. Get ready to fall in love with the warm, comforting taste of this pumpkin cake.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the pumpkin puree until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cake is completely cool, frost it with cream cheese frosting. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

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