Cakes & CupcakesNo. 5385 · The 2026 edition
Pumpkin Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting
This moist pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting is the ultimate fall treat—easy to make and full of warm spices.
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This pumpkin cake recipe combines whole wheat flour, pumpkin, and warm spices for a moist, flavorful dessert. A creamy cream cheese frosting made with Greek yogurt adds a tangy finish. Bake it in a 9x13 dish for about 40 minutes, then chill leftovers for up to 4 days.
Ingredients
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, use an electric mixer to blend the canned pumpkin, eggs, maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and olive oil until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low until just incorporated.
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish (a 3-quart size works well), then pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake at 350°F for 35 to 45 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should emerge clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before applying the frosting.
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cake, slice, and serve.
- Keep any leftover cake refrigerated for up to 3-4 days to maintain freshness.
Per serving
- 10.0 fat g
- 39.0 carbs g
- 18.0 sugar g
- 264.0 calories
- 6.0 protein g
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