Description
Pumpkin cake with praline frosting is the ultimate autumn treat, combining the warmth of spiced pumpkin with a crunchy, sweet topping. This moist cake, infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, captures the essence of fall in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or simply enjoying at home, this delightful dessert will make your kitchen smell heavenly and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree with granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time while whisking.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pans.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting: Melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan; add heavy cream and bring to a boil. Remove from heat; stir in powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Frost cooled cakes and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg