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Pumpkin Cake

Pumpkin Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Cake Recipe. This moist and fluffy cake is infused with aromatic pumpkin spice, making it the perfect treat for autumn gatherings or a cozy night at home. With just a few simple ingredients, this egg-free and dairy-free dessert caters to various dietary preferences while still delivering on taste. Enjoy it plain, topped with creamy frosting, or as a comforting breakfast alongside your favorite beverage. This easy-to-follow recipe is quick to prepare, ensuring you can whip up a batch in no time for family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all purpose flour (gluten free, if needed)
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup oil (canola, vegetable, or refined coconut oil)
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup cream cheese frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix together sugar, oil, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and water until well combined.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until smooth and pour into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool completely before adding cream cheese frosting.

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