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The Ultimate Pumpkin Cake

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A luscious pumpkin cake that encapsulates the essence of fall, packed with flavor and perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan with oil or butter.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients in another bowl: pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and eggs.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and fold gently until just combined.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  7. Add the sugar and pumpkin spice topping over the batter.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream. Add nuts, chocolate chips, or a cream cheese swirl for variations.

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