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Pumpkin Sheet Cake


  • Author: chefcletus
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A warm, spiced pumpkin sheet cake topped with creamy frosting, perfect for fall gatherings and family traditions.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ginger

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in granulated sugar and brown sugar until blended, then add pumpkin puree and vegetable oil.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. Prepare cream cheese frosting and spread over the cooled cake.
  10. Cut, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

For a lighter cake, substitute granulated sugar with coconut sugar and use unsweetened applesauce instead of vegetable oil.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: pumpkin cake, fall dessert, easy cakes, holiday baking