Description
Pumpkin spice cake with orange zest glaze is a delightful autumn dessert that combines the comforting warmth of spices with a refreshing citrus twist. This moist, fluffy cake topped with a bright orange glaze is perfect for holiday gatherings or an indulgent afternoon treat. Each bite brings joy and nostalgia, making it a must-try recipe for fall lovers seeking a taste of seasonal bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a rectangular baking pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cake cools, whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest for the glaze. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg