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A close-up, isolated slice of moist 3-ingredient pumpkin spice cake with cream cheese frosting on a white background.

3-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Cake

  • Author: Karen Colman
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 32 minutes
  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 15 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This super moist 3-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Cake uses a simple cake mix hack to create the easiest and most delicious fall dessert you’ll make all season. It comes together in one bowl and is perfect for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or any cozy autumn day!


Ingredients

Scale

1 (15.25 oz) box Spice Cake Mix

1 (15 oz) can 100% Pure Pumpkin Puree

3 large eggs

Optional: Cream cheese frosting, for topping


Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan, or spray it generously with non-stick baking spray.

  • In a large bowl, combine the dry spice cake mix, the can of pumpkin puree, and the three eggs.

  • Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the ingredients for about 2 minutes, until everything is smooth and well combined. The batter will be thick.

  • Pour the batter into your prepared pan and use a spatula to spread it into an even layer.

  • Bake for 28-35 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.

  • Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting and serving.


Notes

Important: Be sure to use 100% pure pumpkin puree, NOT pumpkin pie filling. The pie filling has added sugar and spices that will alter the recipe.

Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter only until it’s smooth and combined. Overmixing can result in a tougher cake.

Storage: Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If using cream cheese frosting, store it in the refrigerator.

Mix-ins: Feel free to fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or walnuts into the batter for extra texture.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 195kcal
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 310mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 37mg

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