Delicious Pumpkin Spice Cake from a Boxed Mix

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This easy pumpkin spice cake recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy the flavors of fall without the hassle of starting from scratch. Using a boxed cake mix, this recipe combines the warm spices of pumpkin spice with the convenience of a pre-made mix, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet dessert, this pumpkin spice recipe will surely impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.

Quick and Easy Pumpkin Spice Cake Recipe

This pumpkin spice cake features a moist and flavorful cake infused with pumpkin and warm spices. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 8 people, making it a perfect dessert for sharing.

Ingredients

1 box of spice cake mix (15.25 oz)
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Cream cheese frosting for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the spice cake mix, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Add Spices: Stir in the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Frost: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, top with cream cheese frosting if desired, and slice into squares to serve.