Description
This Spice Cake Mix with Pumpkin recipe is a quick and easy way to make a moist, flavorful cake with minimal ingredients. The addition of pumpkin makes the cake incredibly tender and adds a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with the warm spices of the cake mix. It’s a perfect fall treat for those looking for a fast and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 box of spice cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or canola oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, for richer flavor)
- 1/2 cup water (optional, for adjusting consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the spice cake mix, pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Use a hand mixer or whisk to mix everything together until smooth. The batter will be thick due to the pumpkin.
- If the batter is too thick, add a few tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency. Mix again until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve as is or top with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
Notes
Add shredded cheese to the mashed potatoes or melt cheese on top before serving for a cheesy ‘monster’ effect.For a spicy version, add a dash of chili powder or hot sauce to the mashed potatoes.Use dairy-free butter and milk alternatives to make a vegan-friendly version of Monster Mash.Sweet potatoes can be used instead of regular potatoes for a slightly sweeter version.If you want a more dramatic look, use bell peppers for mouths or make spikes using carrot sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg