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Halloween Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake slice with coffee frosting

Halloween Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake

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

Description

A moist pumpkin cake infused with classic pumpkin spice and coffee flavors, layered with a creamy coffee frosting. Perfect for Halloween gatherings, this cake captures the cozy fall flavors of a pumpkin spice latte with festive seasonal flair.

Ingredients

Scale

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

For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1 cup vegetable oil or melted butter

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree

  • ½ cup brewed coffee, cooled

  • Optional: 2 tablespoons espresso for stronger coffee flavor

For the Coffee Frosting:

  • 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese or buttercream frosting, softened

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tablespoons brewed coffee or espresso (adjust for consistency)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Decorations:

  • Mini candy pumpkins, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles

  • Optional: cinnamon sticks or edible glitter for accents

Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Bake Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round pan (or two 8-inch rounds for a layer cake).

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.

  3. In a large bowl, beat oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and pumpkin puree.

  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with brewed coffee until fully combined.

  5. Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and bake 35–40 minutes (25–30 minutes for smaller layers), until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare Frosting

  1. In a bowl, beat frosting until smooth.

  2. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and coffee, adjusting consistency with more coffee if needed.

Step 3: Assemble Cake

  1. If using layers, level cakes with a knife or cake leveler.

  2. Spread frosting between layers, then coat the outside with a thin crumb coat. Chill 15–20 minutes.

  3. Apply final frosting layer and smooth.

Step 4: Decorate

  1. Arrange mini candy pumpkins, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles on top.

  2. Optional: Add cinnamon sticks or edible glitter for a festive Halloween look.

Notes

  • Coffee Flavor: Adjust espresso strength to your taste for a true latte flavor.
  • Mini Version: Make cupcakes and frost each for individual treats.
  • Make Ahead: Bake the cake a day before serving; frost and decorate on the day of.
  • Spice Adjustment: Increase cinnamon or nutmeg for a stronger autumn flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert / Halloween Cake
  • Method: Baked / Layered / Decorated
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://www.eminentrecipes.com/halloween-pumpkin-spice-latte-cake/