Delicious Pumpkin Earthquake Cake Recipe

Indulge in this delightful Pumpkin Earthquake Cake that is rich in fall flavors. This moist and decadent cake is a combination of pumpkin, cream cheese, pecans, and coconut, making it the perfect autumn dessert. Topped with a creamy frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon, this cake is a showstopper for any occasion. It's surprisingly easy to make and will impress your family and friends with its unique texture and flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 box of yellow cake mix
• 1 cup of canned pumpkin puree
• ½ cup of butter, melted
• 4 eggs
• 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup of powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 cup of chopped pecans
• 1 cup of shredded coconut
• ¼ cup of butter, melted
• 3 cups of powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, pumpkin puree, melted butter, and 2 eggs. Mix until well combined.
3. Spread the pumpkin cake batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
4. In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
5. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
6. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the pumpkin cake batter in the baking dish.
7. Sprinkle the chopped pecans and shredded coconut over the cream cheese mixture.
8. Drizzle the melted butter over the top.
9. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting by mixing the powdered sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a small bowl.
11. Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
12. Drizzle the frosting over the warm cake.
13. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving. Slice and enjoy!

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