Description

Indulge in the flavors of fall with this delicious Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake topped with a luscious Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting. It’s the perfect dessert for any autumn gathering!

Ingredients

Cake:

1 box (15.25 oz) spice cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs, divided
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp vanilla extract

Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the crust: In a large bowl, mix the spice cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Press the mixture into the pan evenly.
Make the filling: In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, 2 eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla. Pour over the crust.
Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until just set.
Prepare the frosting: Beat cream cheese and brown sugar until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, milk, and cinnamon. Spread over the cooled cake.
Chill and serve: Chill the cake before slicing and serving for best results.

Notes

Enhance with chopped pecans or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor.
Flavors meld beautifully, making it even better the next day.