Description
A delightful dessert capturing the essence of fall with its rich pumpkin flavor and gooey texture, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 4 large eggs (1 egg + 3 eggs separated)
- 8 ounces unsalted butter (2 sticks, separated and melted)
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 8 ounces cream cheese (super soft)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a springform pan or a round cake pan with parchment paper and cooking spray.
- In an electric mixer, combine the boxed cake mix, 1 stick of melted butter, and 1 large egg. Mix until fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press it into an even layer at the bottom.
- In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, cream cheese, 3 eggs, dark brown sugar, the remaining melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Beat on low until smooth.
- Pour the pumpkin filling over the cake base and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is slightly gooey.
- Let the cake rest for at least 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using organic pumpkin puree. Wrap slices tightly for freezing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pumpkin, dessert, fall, holiday, cake