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Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

Indulge in the delicious Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect fall dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box yellow cake mix Substitute with gluten-free cake mix for gluten-free version
  • 1 large egg Can be replaced with flax egg for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Substitute with dairy-free butter for vegan
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Fresh pumpkin can be used if cooked and drained properly
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract for the best taste
For the Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Vegan cream cheese can be substituted
  • 2 large eggs Replace with flax eggs for vegan preparation
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Substitute with dairy-free butter
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Additional cinnamon can be added for more spice
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves Can omit if preferred
For the Frosting
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Reduce to less sweet or use a sugar substitute if desired
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Follow vegan options if needed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Substitute with vegan butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed Gives frosting a caramel-like flavor
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
    Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 large egg, melted unsalted butter, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well-blended. Pour this batter into the prepared baking dish and press it evenly across the bottom.
    Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it's smooth and creamy. Add in the 2 large eggs, remaining pumpkin puree, and melted butter, mixing until fully combined. Incorporate the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, then gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until you achieve a silky filling. Pour this pumpkin mixture over the cake base.
    Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
  4. Place the filled baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Once done, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
    Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
  5. In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
    Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
  6. Once the pumpkin spice gooey cake is completely cooled, spread the creamy frosting evenly over the top. Use a spatula to smooth out the frosting.
    Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Follow expert tips for best results and optimal gooey texture.

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