CINDY'S PUMPKIN CAKE

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What a delicious pumpkin treat! This recipe makes a thick pumpkin cake; a slice could almost be considered a bar. They have a mild pumpkin flavor with the perfect ratio of frosting. Creamy and smooth, the frosting is lick the spatula clean good. It has a hint of tanginess and butter flavor that complements the pumpkin cake. We...

Provided by Mary Louise

Categories     Cakes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 20

CAKE
4 eggs
1 c canola oil
1 2/3 c sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 can(s) pumpkin, 16 oz.
2 c all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ginger
dash(es) of cloves, nutmeg
FROSTING
1 pkg cream cheese, 8 oz., room temperature
6 Tbsp butter, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla
1-2 Tbsp milk
3 c powdered sugar
chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Cream eggs, oil, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add pumpkin. Blend well.
  • 2. Stir together dry ingredients. Add to pumpkin mixture until well blended.
  • 3. Spread batter in a greased and floured 15X10X1 baking pan. I line my pan with parchment paper.
  • 4. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • 5. Cream butter and cream cheese. Add vanilla. Beat. Add powdered sugar. Add milk a little at a time to reach the right consistency. Frosting should be easy to spread.
  • 6. Frost and sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired.

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