Description
Moist, fragrant, and warmly spiced, this cake blends the cozy flavors of pumpkin spice with a bright hint of orange for a truly irresistible dessert. Each slice bursts with autumn comfort and a citrusy lift, making it perfect for gatherings, holiday tables, or a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup pumpkin purée (not pie filling)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
Zest of 1 large orange
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
Prep – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or bundt cake pan.
Mix dry ingredients – In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
Make batter – In a large bowl, beat pumpkin purée, both sugars, oil, eggs, orange zest, juice, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
Bake – Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool & glaze – Let cake cool 15 minutes before removing from pan. Whisk powdered sugar with orange juice and drizzle over cooled cake if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 / Serving
- Sugar: 28g / Serving
- Fat: 10g / Serving
- Carbohydrates: 48g / Serving
- Fiber: 2g / Serving
- Protein: 4g / Serving