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Better Than Fall Pumpkin Cake
Sarah namedy

Better Than Fall Pumpkin Cake

This Better Than Fall Pumpkin Cake is moist, spiced to perfection, and packed with real pumpkin flavor. A cozy, one-bowl dessert that’s simple to make and tastes like autumn in every bite!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (180 g)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (100 g)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (120 ml)
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (120 ml)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (240 g)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, both sugars, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, and eggs until smooth. Stir in pumpkin puree until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in chopped nuts, if using.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Frost with cream cheese frosting or dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Top with cream cheese frosting or a light dusting of powdered sugar. For added texture, use chopped pecans or walnuts. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.