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Spice Cake with Pumpkin

This spice cake with pumpkin combines warm spices and earthy pumpkin for a healthier dessert option, perfect for meal prep and enjoying throughout the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 13.25 ounces spice cake mix (1 box)
  • 15 ounces pure pumpkin (1 can)
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional) Consider replacing with dark chocolate for a healthier option.
  • Fall-themed sprinkles (optional)
  • Chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts) or dried fruit (like cranberries or raisins) (optional)
  • Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger (optional for flavor enhancement)
  • Cream cheese (optional for swirling)
  • Powdered sugar (optional for dusting or glazing)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the spice cake mix, pure pumpkin, and white chocolate chips.
  3. Pour the mixture into a baking pan coated with non-stick cooking spray.
  4. If desired, distribute fall-themed sprinkles on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. (Optional) For added flavor, incorporate chopped nuts, dried fruit, or spices into the batter.
  3. For a richer cake, swirl softened cream cheese into the batter before baking.
Serving Suggestions
  1. Top the cake with cream cheese frosting, a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and milk, or dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days, or wrap tightly and freeze for up to three months.