{"id":5230,"date":"2024-10-23T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/?p=5230"},"modified":"2024-10-23T07:00:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T11:00:09","slug":"pumpkin-cake-with-dark-chocolate-buttercream-frosting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/pumpkin-cake-with-dark-chocolate-buttercream-frosting\/","title":{"rendered":"Pumpkin Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This tender <strong>pumpkin cake<\/strong> with silky chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It&#8217;s a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat to end dinner on a sweet note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This tender pumpkin cake with dark chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It's a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat. Turn this recipe into muffins for easy serving!\" data-pin-title=\"Pumpkin Cake with Chocolate Frosting | Perfect for Fall!\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11.jpg\" alt=\"A slice of pumpkin cake with chocolate frosting on a serving plate, and the rest of the cake in the back.\" class=\"wp-image-71540\" title=\"This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-11-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This Cake Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This simple, two-layer pumpkin cake with luscious dark chocolate frosting is a fall-flavored classic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prep-friendly. <\/strong>Freeze the cake layers in advance so all you need to do is stack and decorate when Thanksgiving comes around.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Great for fall. <\/strong>Everyone loves pumpkin pur\u00e9e, dark chocolate, cream cheese, and sweet vanilla. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warmly spiced.<\/strong> A sprinkle of pumpkin spice, which has hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, makes the perfect bite. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Versatile.<\/strong> Turn the recipe into muffins, add tart cranberries, or drizzle with salted caramel sauce if you want to.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This tender pumpkin cake with dark chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It's a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat. Turn this recipe into muffins for easy serving!\" data-pin-title=\"Pumpkin Cake with Chocolate Frosting | Perfect for Fall!\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for making homemade pumpkin cake with chocolate frosting.\" class=\"wp-image-71549\" title=\"This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-01-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You&#8217;ll Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spiced pumpkin and chocolatey cream cheese frosting are a heavenly flavor combination. <strong>Scroll to the bottom of the post for exact ingredient amounts. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Cake Batter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vegetable oil &#8211; <\/strong>Corn and canola oil are great swaps. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggs &#8211; <\/strong>They must be at room temperature to prevent the batter from splitting. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar &#8211;<\/strong> Granulated, light brown, or dark brown sugar all work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pumpkin pur\u00e9e&nbsp;&#8211;<\/strong> Try to use an organic or sugar-free pur\u00e9e. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pumpkin pie spice&nbsp;&#8211; <\/strong>Add your favorite or mix 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1\/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1\/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt &#8211;<\/strong> Kosher salt is best. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baking powder &#8211; <\/strong>Make sure it&#8217;s not past its expiration date before adding it in. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cake flour &#8211;<\/strong> All-purpose flour works too. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Chocolate Frosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salted butter &#8211;<\/strong> You can also use unsalted butter. Avoid margarine. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cream cheese&nbsp;&#8211;<\/strong> Go for full-fat cream cheese if possible. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Powdered sugar &#8211; <\/strong>This is also called &#8220;confectioners&#8217; sugar&#8221;.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Milk &#8211;<\/strong> I prefer whole milk, but 2% is fine as well. Skip the plant-based milk because it&#8217;s water-based and will split the frosting. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla extract &#8211;<\/strong> Feel free to leave it out. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chocolate chips &#8211;<\/strong> I used dark chocolate ones, but semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips work too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This tender pumpkin cake with dark chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It's a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat. Turn this recipe into muffins for easy serving!\" data-pin-title=\"Pumpkin Cake with Chocolate Frosting | Perfect for Fall!\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07.jpg\" alt=\"Whole cake with chocolate frosting on a cake stand.\" class=\"wp-image-71544\" title=\"This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-07-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Pumpkin Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Never frost a warm or semi-warm cake. Even the smallest amount of internal heat is enough to melt the frosting and cause a huge mess. <strong>Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe card. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prep the oven. <\/strong>Preheat it to 350F. Grease two 9&#8243; springform pans with non-stick spray. Set them aside. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the batter.<\/strong> Except for the flour, use a hand mixer to beat all the cake batter ingredients in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually fold in the flour until just-combined.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"71539\" data-pin-description=\"This tender pumpkin cake with dark chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It's a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat. Turn this recipe into muffins for easy serving!\n\" data-pin-title=\"Pumpkin Cake with Chocolate Frosting | Perfect for Fall!\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Divided cake batter in the cake pans.\" class=\"wp-image-71539\" title=\"This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-03.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"71543\" data-pin-description=\"This tender pumpkin cake with dark chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It's a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat. Turn this recipe into muffins for easy serving!\n\" data-pin-title=\"Pumpkin Cake with Chocolate Frosting | Perfect for Fall!\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Baked cakes in springform pans over a wire rack for cooling. \" class=\"wp-image-71543\" title=\"This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-05.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bake it. <\/strong>Divide the batter between both of the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Loose and remove the springform pans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the frosting. <\/strong>Beat the butter and cream cheese over medium speed in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add powdered sugar 1\/2 cup at a time, beating over low speed until completely smooth. Increase the speed to medium, and add the milk and vanilla extract, beating again until fully combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melt the chocolate. <\/strong>Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat them in 30-second increments, stirring between each one, until completely melted. Slowly fold the chocolate into the frosting. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frost the cake. <\/strong>Place one of the cake layers on a cake stand. Evenly spread 1 cup of frosting over it with an offset spatula. Stack the second cake layer on top. Spread the remaining frosting all over it until completely coated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve.<\/strong> Refrigerate until ready to serve. Slice and enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This tender pumpkin cake with dark chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It's a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat. Turn this recipe into muffins for easy serving!\" data-pin-title=\"Pumpkin Cake with Chocolate Frosting | Perfect for Fall!\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15.jpg\" alt=\"Digging into a slice of cake with fluffy chocolate frosting. \" class=\"wp-image-71548\" title=\"This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-15-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baker&#8217;s Tips &amp; Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Crunchy walnuts and a salted caramel drizzle can take this fluffy pumpkin cake to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Go double chocolate.<\/strong> Mix 1\/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder into the batter for a double chocolate-pumpkin cake. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use add-ins. <\/strong>Fold 1 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, chewy cranberries, or chocolate chips into the batter for more flavor and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make muffins.<\/strong> Line a muffin tray with cupcake liners. Fill them with batter until 3\/4s full. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Add frosting once cooled. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill it. <\/strong>If you&#8217;re pressed for time, popping the cake layers into the freezer for 30 minutes will speed up the cooling process. That doesn&#8217;t mean they&#8217;ll be ready to frost right away after this, but you&#8217;ll save lots of time compared to letting them cool naturally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add toppings. <\/strong>Once the cake is frosted, add a salted caramel drizzle on top. You can also sprinkle 1\/4 cup chopped pecans or mini chocolate chips on top. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watch the temperature.<\/strong> Place an oven thermometer on the rack you bake the cakes on to make sure your oven is actually at 350F. If it&#8217;s not well calibrated, you may have to adjust the dial until it&#8217;s baking at the correct temperature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prep ahead. <\/strong>Bake the cakes and refrigerate up to 2 days in advance. This way you just need to make the frosting and decorate on the day of your event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This tender pumpkin cake with dark chocolate-cream cheese frosting will be the star of your Thanksgiving menu. It's a freshly baked, warmly spiced, and ultra decadent fall treat. Turn this recipe into muffins for easy serving!\" data-pin-title=\"Pumpkin Cake with Chocolate Frosting | Perfect for Fall!\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a tender slice of the two-layer cake with chocolate frosting. \" class=\"wp-image-71542\" title=\"This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-09-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proper Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure it&#8217;s fully cooled before storing to prevent spoilage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Counter: <\/strong>Place it in a cake dome, away from direct heat and sunlight, for up to 2 days. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fridge: <\/strong>Store it in an airtight container for up to 7 days. Keep it away from strong-smelling foods like onions and fish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezer: <\/strong>This works for the baked cake layers but not the frosted cake. Wrap each layer in plastic wrap twice. Transfer to a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and then frost as usual. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Fall Desserts To Try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/pumpkin-pie-cupcakes\/\">Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/paleo-pumpkin-banana-chocolate-swirl-bread\/\">Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Swirl Bread<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/pumpkin-and-ginger-pound-cake\/\">Pumpkin Pound Cake<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/apple-cake\/\">Apple Cake<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-58166\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"58166\" data-servings=\"8\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-ahl-recipe\"><div class=\"wprm-header-container mint-diag-bg\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-image-container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 10px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f0f0f0;\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-10-400x400.jpg\" class=\"attachment-blog-square-featured size-blog-square-featured\" alt=\"Landscape photo of pumpkin cake with chocolate frosting.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-10-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-10-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-10-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-10-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-10-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Pumpkin-Cake-10-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Pumpkin Cake<\/h2>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This warmly spiced pumpkin cake recipe with velvety cream cheese-chocolate frosting is a sweet end to any Thanksgiving dinner.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 12px;\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-buttons\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/ahealthylifeforme.com\/wprm_print\/pumpkin-cake\" style=\"color: #ffffff;background-color: #20635c;border-color: #20635c;border-radius: 0px;padding: 5px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-print-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"58166\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" 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wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f9fcf9;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f9fcf9;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f9fcf9;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #f9fcf9;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">50<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-content\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-servings\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-block-text-normal\">8<\/span><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"recipe-58166-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-58166-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"58166\" data-servings=\"8\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\"><br\/><strong>Cake Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2\/3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vegetable oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">canned pumpkin pur\u00e9e<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pumpkin pie spice<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">or 1 teaspoon cinnamon plus 1\/2 teaspoon each ground ginger and nutmeg<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cake Flour<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\"><br\/><strong>Frosting Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salted butter<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">at room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cream cheese<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">at room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">powdered sugar<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">sifted<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">milk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vanilla extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dark chocolate chips<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">or chopped dark chocolate<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-58166-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-58166-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"58166\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Cake Directions:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Lightly grease or spray with baking pam two 9&quot; spring form pans.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Beat together the oil, eggs, sugar, pumpkin, spices, salt, and baking powder until smooth. Add the flour, stirring just until smooth.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Pour half mix into each of the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes, or until tester (tooth pick) in center comes out clean. Let cool on wire rack. Loosen and remove sides.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Frosting Directions:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and cream cheese at medium speed until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar 1\/2 cup at a time, beating at low speed until blended.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Increase speed to medium, and slowly add milk and vanilla, beating until smooth.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Microwave the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at MEDIUM for 1 1\/2 to 2 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring at 30 second intervals. Gradually add melted chocolate to mixture; beat until blended and smooth.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">When cakes are cool, place one cake on the cake stand. Place a generous cup of frosting in the middle and spread evenly with an offset spatula.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place second cake on top of the frosted cake.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-58166-step-1-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place remaining frosting on top and spread out toward the edges. 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