I made up this recipe when my son requested pumpkin cake for Thanksgiving. It was such a hit that it's now become part of our traditional turkey day dinner!-Jeanne Cerrone, Peoria, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the shortening, sugar and brown sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in eggs and pumpkin. Combine the flour, baking powder, allspice, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger and nutmeg. Gradually beat into pumpkin mixture; mix well. , Spoon into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, vanilla and salt until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 608 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 100g carbohydrate (79g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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Aman Khatri
[email protected]The cake was a bit too crumbly for my taste, but the cream cheese frosting was delicious. I think I would use a different recipe next time.
MR lucifer
[email protected]The cake was a bit too bland for my taste, but the cream cheese frosting was delicious. I think I would add more spices next time.
John Caggiati
[email protected]The cake was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the cream cheese frosting was delicious. I think I would use less pumpkin spice next time.
Valarie Morales
[email protected]The cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would use a different recipe next time.
Lauren Chloe
[email protected]The cake was a bit dry, but the cream cheese frosting was delicious. I think I would add more moisture to the cake next time.
Brent Harker
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I would use less sugar next time.
Ingunn Gunnardottir
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this cake with ease. It turned out beautifully, and it tasted even better. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Ziyanda Xulu
[email protected]This cake was absolutely delicious! The pumpkin spice flavor was perfect, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.
U Fahimkhan
[email protected]I've made this cake twice now, and both times it's been a hit. It's the perfect fall dessert, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend this recipe!
catrena russaw
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked that it wasn't too sweet, and the pumpkin spice flavor was just right.
M Umer Farooq
[email protected]This cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I used a bundt pan, and the cake was beautifully browned and cooked evenly. The pumpkin spice flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the cream cheese frosting was a perfect complement.
Lydia Ebony
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin spice, but this cake changed my mind. It was so moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was amazing. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Nayem Hossen
[email protected]This cake was delicious! I made it for my family for Christmas, and they all loved it. It was the perfect way to end our holiday meal.
Chidiebere Christian
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors of pumpkin and spice are perfectly balanced, and the cake is always moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe!
WarriorYT 01
[email protected]This pumpkin spice layer cake was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! It was moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. The cream cheese frosting was the perfect complement to the cake, and it was easy to make.