Maple Pumpkin Layer Cake Recipe

This Maple Pumpkin Layer Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and maple syrup, making it perfect for fall celebrations. The cake is moist and flavorful, layered with a creamy maple frosting that complements the pumpkin beautifully.

This cake recipe is straightforward and ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create an impressive dessert that will impress your guests.

Delicious Maple Pumpkin Layer Cake

This Maple Pumpkin Layer Cake features soft pumpkin cake layers infused with maple syrup, frosted with a rich maple cream cheese frosting. The recipe takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes from start to finish and serves 10-12 people.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup (for frosting)
Chopped pecans or walnuts for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and maple syrup, beating until creamy and spreadable.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Garnish: If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for added texture. Slice and serve.