PUMPKIN SPICE LAYER CAKE

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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

1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening
1-1/3 cups sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
FROSTING:
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 to 6 cups confectioners' sugar

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.

Courtney Bobst
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This is the best pumpkin spice layer cake recipe I've ever tried.


MDZ MAHIN
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin spice, but this cake was delicious.


Austin Lyrics
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


FARAZ SAHIL702
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I made this cake for my Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge success.


Cora Strumsky
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.


Osman Malik
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I love the warm spices in this cake.


Hamza Hakim
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This cake is perfect for fall gatherings.


Aneisha Briscoe
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nur Koresa
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The cake was moist and flavorful, but the frosting was a bit too thick for my taste.


Farhan Hasib
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This cake was a big hit at my potluck.


Waseem Anabiya
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Payton Mallory
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still enjoyable.


Akram Cell
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was so pretty and delicious.


James Molf
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This cake is a must-try for pumpkin spice lovers!


Pete Hayes
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful.


Noah Vaughn
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The cake was a little dry for my taste, but the frosting was amazing.


Ayebare Grace
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Shobuj Mia
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin spice, but this cake was delicious! The spices were perfectly balanced and the cake was so moist.


Salar Yaseen
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This pumpkin spice layer cake was a hit at my Thanksgiving gathering! Everyone loved the moist and flavorful cake, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.