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Slice of pumpkin spice latte cake with coffee frosting

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake

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

Description

A moist, spiced pumpkin cake inspired by the flavors of a pumpkin spice latte, topped with a creamy coffee frosting. Perfect for fall gatherings, this cake combines pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a hint of espresso for a cozy seasonal treat.

Ingredients

Scale

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

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

  • ¾ cup vegetable oil or melted butter

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree

  • ½ cup brewed strong coffee, cooled

For the Coffee Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 4 cups powdered sugar

  • 2 tablespoons brewed coffee

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

Optional Decorations:

  • Cinnamon sticks

  • Chocolate-covered espresso beans

  • Whipped cream or pumpkin spice dust

Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Bake Cake

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

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

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

  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with coffee until smooth.

  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Step 2: Make Coffee Frosting

  1. Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low at first.

  2. Add coffee, vanilla, and salt, then beat on high until light and fluffy. Adjust consistency with more powdered sugar or coffee if needed.

Step 3: Assemble Cake

  1. Level the cooled cake.

  2. Apply a crumb coat of frosting and chill 15–20 minutes.

  3. Frost the cake fully and smooth.

Step 4: Decorate (Optional)

  • Dust with pumpkin spice or cocoa powder.

  • Top with cinnamon sticks or chocolate espresso beans for a seasonal look.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Bake the cake a day ahead for easier frosting.
  • Mini Version: Bake as cupcakes for individual servings.
  • Flavor Boost: Add 1 teaspoon espresso powder to the batter for more coffee depth.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert / Fall Cake
  • Method: Baked / Frosted
  • Cuisine: American

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