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Delicious pumpkin spice gooey cake with cream cheese frosting

Pumpkin Spice Gooey Cake

A delightful treat that blends warm pumpkin flavors with a gooey texture, perfect for fall gatherings and holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake base
  • 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Ensure the butter is fully melted for easy mixing.
For the pumpkin layer
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Use fresh pumpkin puree for better flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, large egg, and melted butter until well mixed.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  5. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the cake batter in the baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cake is set and the edges are golden.
Serving
  1. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your gooey cake warm or at room temperature.
  2. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

To store leftovers, cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. You can freeze it for longer storage, placing it in an airtight container before freezing. Thaw in the refrigerator when ready to enjoy.