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Perfect Fall Pumpkin Spice Sheet Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting for Baby Showers

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A moist and tender pumpkin spice sheet cake balanced with warm fall spices and topped with a smooth, tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for baby showers or cozy fall gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) light brown sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk plus 1 teaspoon lemon juice/vinegar)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • For the cream cheese frosting:
  • 8 ounces (227g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray and lightly dust with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients just until combined, avoiding overmixing.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool the cake completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least one hour.
  9. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Add lemon juice if desired and beat until creamy and spreadable.
  10. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake and create gentle swirls or keep smooth.
  11. Slice into squares and serve at room temperature.

Notes

Measure flour properly by spooning into the cup and leveling off to avoid a dense cake. Toast spices lightly in a dry pan for enhanced aroma. Use softened cream cheese and butter for smooth frosting. If frosting is too soft, chill briefly; if too firm, let sit at room temperature before spreading.

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Keywords: pumpkin spice cake, fall dessert, baby shower cake, cream cheese frosting, pumpkin sheet cake, autumn cake, moist pumpkin cake

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