Delicious Pumpkin Cake Recipe

This moist and flavorful pumpkin cake is perfect for fall. With the perfect balance of spices and a creamy cream cheese frosting, it's a delicious treat for any occasion. Made with real pumpkin puree, this cake is a must-try for pumpkin lovers. It's easy to make and will impress your family and friends. Get ready to enjoy a slice of fall with this amazing pumpkin cake!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup milk
• Cream Cheese Frosting:
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Mix in the pumpkin puree.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just blended.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
7. In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
8. Once the cake is cool, frost with the cream cheese frosting. Cut into squares and serve.
9. Enjoy this delicious pumpkin cake!

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