Pumpkin Cake

How to Make Pumpkin Cake: A Step-by-Step Guide

Pumpkin cake is a delightful fall treat, blending warm spices with the natural sweetness of pumpkin. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to guide you.

Ingredients:

- 1½ cups all-purpose flour

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 1 tsp baking powder

- ½ tsp baking soda

- ½ tsp salt

- 1 tsp cinnamon (plus ¼ tsp nutmeg, optional)

- 1 cup pumpkin puree

- 2 large eggs

- ½ cup vegetable oil

- ¼ cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs, then stir in pumpkin puree, oil, and milk until smooth.

4. Blend Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Fold gently until just combined—don’t overmix.

5. Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

6. Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar or top with cream cheese frosting.

Variations: Add chocolate chips, pecans, or a streusel topping for extra flavor. Enjoy your moist, spiced pumpkin cake!