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As a home cook who loves creating quick, family-friendly meals, I still remember the first time I baked a Halloween Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake with cream cheese frosting for Halloween. The house smelled like cozy autumn spices, and my kids couldn’t stop sneaking chocolate chips from the batter. This pumpkin chocolate chip cake recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, special occasions, or creating a taste-of-home pumpkin chocolate chip cake everyone will adore.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Halloween Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake with cream cheese frosting is a cozy, crowd-pleasing dessert that feels like a taste of home pumpkin chocolate chip cake straight from your childhood memories. Whether you’re following a classic pumpkin cake recipe or trying a creative twist like a pumpkin chocolate chip bundt cake, this easy Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake brings rich flavor and festive charm. Perfect as chocolate chip pumpkin bread or inspired by Averie Cooks pumpkin chocolate chip cake, it’s versatile, family-friendly, and customizable. You can make it healthier with simple swaps for a Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake healthy version, or keep it traditional as a Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake with oil. Even if you’re pressed for time, this recipe is as simple as a Simply Recipes pumpkin dump cake but delivers far superior flavor and moistness. With warm spices, melty chocolate chips, and creamy frosting, this pumpkin chocolate chip cake recipe is guaranteed to impress at parties, weeknight dinners, or special holiday gatherings.

Ingredients for This Recipe

This Halloween Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake with cream cheese frosting uses simple, wholesome ingredients that come together to create a moist, flavorful dessert perfect for Halloween or any fall gathering. The combination of pumpkin puree, warm spices, and chocolate chips makes this recipe a standout pumpkin chocolate chip cake recipe, while the cream cheese frosting adds a rich, creamy finish. You can also adapt it into a pumpkin chocolate chip bundt cake, chocolate chip pumpkin bread, or even a Simply Recipes pumpkin dump cake-style shortcut. Using familiar pantry staples ensures this easy Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake is accessible, family-friendly, and versatile for tweaks, including a healthier Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake version or a classic Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake with oil. This recipe captures the taste of home pumpkin chocolate chip cake loved by many, including fans of Averie Cooks pumpkin chocolate chip cake, delivering cozy, comforting flavors everyone will enjoy.

🛒 Ingredients (for one 9-inch round cake):

For the Cake:
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
½ cup whole milk
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips

For the Frosting:
16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons milk to adjust consistency

For Decorations:
Halloween sprinkles, candy pumpkins, or candy eyes
Optional: orange or black food coloring for frosting accents

How to Make This Recipe

Making this Halloween Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake with cream cheese frosting is easier than it looks, and the results are a taste-of-home pumpkin chocolate chip cake everyone will rave about. Whether you’re following a classic pumpkin cake recipe or trying a twist like a pumpkin chocolate chip bundt cake or chocolate chip pumpkin bread, this easy Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake comes together quickly. Even healthier variations, like a Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake healthy version or one using oil, deliver moist, flavorful results reminiscent of Averie Cooks pumpkin chocolate chip cake or a Simply Recipes pumpkin dump cake shortcut. Layered with creamy frosting, this pumpkin chocolate chip cake recipe balances warm spices and chocolate chips, making it perfect for weeknight desserts or festive Halloween celebrations.

🛒 Steps:

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon ground ginger.

Step 3: In a large bowl, cream 1 cup unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ½ cup brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 cup pumpkin puree.

Step 4: Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with ½ cup milk, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips.

Step 5: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake 40–45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Step 6: For frosting, beat 16 oz cream cheese with ½ cup unsalted butter until smooth. Add 3 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 2–3 tablespoons milk until creamy.

Step 7: Frost cooled cake with cream cheese frosting. Decorate with Halloween sprinkles, candy pumpkins, or candy eyes. Optional: tint frosting with orange or black food coloring.

Expert Cooking Tips

Creating the perfect Halloween Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake with cream cheese frosting takes just a few insider tricks. Whether you’re aiming for a taste of home pumpkin chocolate chip cake or trying a pumpkin chocolate chip bundt cake, these tips ensure your cake stays moist, flavorful, and full of chocolatey goodness. This pumpkin chocolate chip cake recipe works for classic layers, chocolate chip pumpkin bread variations, or even a Simply Recipes pumpkin dump cake-style shortcut. You can make an easy Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake, a healthier Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake healthy version, or a traditional Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake with oil while still capturing the cozy, comforting flavor of Averie Cooks pumpkin chocolate chip cake.

💡 Expert Tips:

Use room-temperature butter and cream cheese to ensure a smooth, creamy frosting for your pumpkin chocolate chip cake with cream cheese frosting

Fold chocolate chips gently into the batter to prevent them from sinking, whether making a pumpkin chocolate chip bundt cake or chocolate chip pumpkin bread

For a moist pumpkin cake recipe, avoid overmixing once dry ingredients are added

Check cake doneness with a toothpick; this works for layered cakes, bundt cakes, or Simply Recipes pumpkin dump cake variations

Swap oil or butter for a healthier Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake healthy version without losing flavor

Decorate with festive sprinkles, candy pumpkins, or candy eyes for a fun Halloween presentation

Chill frosting slightly before spreading to get smooth, even layers on your easy Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake

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This Halloween Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake with cream cheese frosting is a delicious, crowd-pleasing dessert that delivers the cozy flavors of a taste-of-home pumpkin chocolate chip cake. Whether you’re following a classic pumpkin cake recipe, baking a pumpkin chocolate chip bundt cake, or trying a chocolate chip pumpkin bread variation, this recipe is versatile and easy to make. You can even create an easy Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake, a Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake healthy version, or a Halloween pumpkin chocolate chip cake with oil for a lighter twist. Inspired by Averie Cooks pumpkin chocolate chip cake and the simplicity of a Simply Recipes pumpkin dump cake, this pumpkin chocolate chip cake recipe is perfect for weeknight treats, festive Halloween gatherings, or any occasion where you want a comforting, flavorful dessert everyone will love.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: 40–45 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A moist, spiced pumpkin cake studded with chocolate chips and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for Halloween parties, this cake can be decorated with festive sprinkles, mini chocolate pumpkins, or candy eyes for a fun, spooky vibe.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (for one 9-inch round cake):

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• ½ teaspoon ground ginger

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

• ½ cup brown sugar, packed

• 4 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree

• ½ cup whole milk

• 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips

For the Frosting:

• 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 3 cups powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2–3 tablespoons milk to adjust consistency

For Decorations:

• Halloween sprinkles, candy pumpkins, or candy eyes

• Optional: orange or black food coloring for frosting accents

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Bake Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and pumpkin puree.

4. Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk, mixing until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.

5. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare Frosting

1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.

2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Adjust consistency with milk if needed.

3. Optional: Tint frosting with food coloring for festive touches.

Step 3: Assemble & Decorate

1. Level the cooled cake. Apply a crumb coat of frosting and chill 15–20 minutes.

2. Frost the cake evenly with remaining cream cheese frosting.

3. Decorate with Halloween sprinkles, candy pumpkins, or candy eyes for a spooky look.

Notes

• Chocolate Chip Tip: Freeze chocolate chips for a minute before folding to prevent sinking.
• Mini Version: Use cupcake pans to make individual Halloween treats.
• Make Ahead: Cake can be baked a day ahead; frost and decorate on serving day.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
• Category: Dessert / Halloween Cake
• Method: Baked / Frosted / Decorated
• Cuisine: American