Description

Indulge in the perfect blend of chocolate and pumpkin with this moist and flavorful Chocolate Pumpkin Cake. Easy to make and perfect for fall gatherings or a tasty dessert any time of year.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
½ cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
½ teaspoon cinnamon
optional: ½ cup mini chocolate chips

For Topping:

powdered sugar or frosting

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or two 8-inch round cake pans.
Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, pumpkin purée, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Fold in mini chocolate chips if desired.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or frost with chocolate or cream cheese frosting.

Notes

This cake stays moist for days.
Can be baked in a bundt pan or as cupcakes.
For extra richness, add espresso powder to the batter.