Description
Layered Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cinnamon Buttercream is a delightful fall dessert that brings warmth and comfort to any gathering. This moist, spiced cake features soft layers enveloped in creamy cinnamon buttercream, making it irresistible for both casual weeknight cravings and festive celebrations. Each slice is not only visually stunning but also bursts with the cozy flavors of autumn. Gather your loved ones around the table and indulge in this slice of seasonal bliss that’s perfect for creating lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) for the buttercream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for the buttercream
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon for the buttercream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, beat granulated sugar and softened butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by pumpkin puree and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with cinnamon buttercream made by beating softened butter, then gradually adding powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute pumpkin puree with butternut squash puree or add chocolate chips for a twist. For an extra flavor boost, consider adding nutmeg or ginger to your batter or frosting.