Description

Easy Pumpkin Swirl Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of autumn in every slice. This moist cake features a luscious swirl of pumpkin pie filling and a creamy frosting, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or an indulgent treat any day of the week. With its warm spices and inviting aroma, this cake will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1 cup granulated sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, beat eggs with granulated sugar until thickened. Add pumpkin puree and vanilla; mix well.
Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
For the pumpkin swirl, combine cream cheese and powdered sugar in a separate bowl until smooth.
Pour half of the batter into the pan, dollop cream cheese filling over it, then pour the remaining batter on top and swirl gently.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Substitute whole wheat flour for added nutrition or add nuts for crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate/freezer for longer storage.