Pumpkin Spice Cake with Brown Butter Frosting
Pumpkin Spice Cake with Brown Butter Frosting is the ultimate autumn treat that captures the essence of fall in every slice. This moist cake, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, is beautifully complemented by a rich brown butter frosting that adds a delightful nuttiness. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, this cake will quickly become your favorite seasonal dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan until golden brown; let cool slightly before whisking in powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Frost cooled cakes and serve with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg