Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
This Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a luscious dessert perfect for fall gatherings and cozy evenings. It features a moist yellow cake base infused with pumpkin puree and warm spices, topped with a gooey pumpkin spice cream cheese filling and finished with a sweet, creamy brown sugar cream cheese frosting. The combination of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves imparts a rich autumn flavor, making this cake irresistibly comforting and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cake Base:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Pumpkin Spice Gooey Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 4 cups powdered sugar
For the Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 large egg, melted butter, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Press the cake base mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish, ensuring an even layer. Be careful to avoid overmixing to keep the base moist; using a spatula or your hands to press the dough evenly is recommended.
- Make the Pumpkin Spice Gooey Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, mixing until fully combined and creamy. Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and free of lumps. Pour this filling evenly over the cake base layer. For enhanced flavor, add a little extra cinnamon or nutmeg if desired, and scrape the sides of the bowl when mixing in powdered sugar to avoid clumping.
- Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The edges of the cake should be set while the center remains slightly gooey, which is essential for the perfect texture. After baking, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before applying the frosting.
- Prepare the Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting: In a bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add brown sugar and beat until combined. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy. Spread this frosting over the cooled cake evenly before serving.
Notes
- To make the recipe vegan, substitute dairy-free butter and cream cheese in the frosting and gooey filling.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix.
- Do not overmix the cake base batter to maintain moistness.
- The cake is best served after it has completely cooled and the frosting has been applied.
- This cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Keywords: Pumpkin spice cake, gooey pumpkin cake, cream cheese frosting, fall dessert, pumpkin dessert, spiced cake
