Description
This easy pumpkin cake features moist, spiced layers blended with pumpkin puree and chocolate chips, making it a perfect treat for gatherings or cozy afternoons.
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 360°F (180°C) and prepare a cake pan with baking paper.
- Whisk eggs with dark brown sugar until dissolved, then add vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips and pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure ingredients like eggs and milk are at room temperature for better incorporation.
Don’t overmix the batter, as it can lead to a denser cake.
Check for doneness a few minutes early to avoid overbaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg