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Pumpkin Cake Recipe

Pumpkin Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this easy and vegan pumpkin cake recipe. This moist, fluffy cake is packed with warm spices and rich pumpkin puree, making it the perfect treat for any occasion—from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations. With a quick prep time of just 5 minutes and a bake time of 30 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dessert in no time. Serve it plain or elevate it with cream cheese frosting, maple syrup, or whipped coconut cream for an extra touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free)
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
  3. Add sugar, oil, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and water to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  5. Let cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting if desired.

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