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Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle

Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle
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Indulge in the ultimate treat with this Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Salted Caramel Drizzle! Perfect for autumn celebrations or cozy family gatherings, this cake is a delightful blend of spiced pumpkin and creamy frosting that will leave everyone craving more. Topped with a luscious salted caramel drizzle, it strikes the right balance between sweet and savory. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures even novice bakers can create a stunning dessert that is as impressive as it is delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (for caramel)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (for caramel)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for caramel)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
  • 8 oz butter (for frosting)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
  • 7 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting and drizzling with salted caramel.

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