Description

This pumpkin sheet cake is the ultimate comfort dessert—moist, tender, and perfectly spiced. With a luscious cream cheese frosting and a subtle blend of warm spices, it’s an easy, approachable cake that feels festive enough for holidays yet simple enough for an everyday treat. Every bite melts in your mouth, leaving you with that nostalgic, cozy feeling of fall. The recipe is forgiving and adaptable, perfect for bakers of any skill level. Serve with ice cream, tea, or just enjoy it plain—the flavor is irresistible every time.

Ingredients

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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup brown sugar, packed
½ cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2. For frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
In another bowl, beat together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly, and bake 30–35 minutes. Test with a toothpick for doneness.
Cool completely before frosting. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter, then add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over cooled cake.
Slice and serve, optionally adding toasted nuts or caramel drizzle.

Notes

For extra moistness, use full-fat pumpkin puree.
Frost slightly warm cake for a soft, slightly melty frosting texture.
Toasted nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top adds texture and visual appeal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12–16
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg