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Renee’s Pumpkin Cake

A moist slice of pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting, layered and served on a white decorative plate with a gold fork—perfect for fall desserts or Thanksgiving celebrations.
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Renee’s Pumpkin Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that’s perfect for the fall season. With a balanced pumpkin flavor and topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, it’s a delightful treat even for those who aren’t typically fans of pumpkin desserts.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 (15 oz) can of pumpkin

  • 2 cups sugar

  • 1 cup oil

  • 4 eggs, beaten

  • 2 teaspoons baking soda

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 2 cups flour​

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 2 cups powdered sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened

  • 3 teaspoons milk

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cake Batter:

    • In a bowl, combine the pumpkin, sugar, oil, and beaten eggs. Mix well.

    • In a separate bowl, mix the baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and flour.

    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.​

  • Bake the Cake:

    • Pour the batter into a greased jelly roll or sheet cake pan.

    • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

    • Allow the cake to cool completely.​

  • Prepare the Frosting:

    • In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and softened butter.

    • Add milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.​

  • Frost the Cake:

    • Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.

    • Slice and serve.

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