Classic 3-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Cake
This incredibly simple recipe delivers a moist and flavorful pumpkin spice cake using just three main ingredients, perfect for a quick and easy dessert.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking pan
- Large bowl
- Mixing spoon/spatula
- Toothpick
- Wire rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 15-ounce can pumpkin puree ensure it is 100% pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling!
- 1 box spice cake mix
- A splash water or milk optional, for desired consistency
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box.
- Prepare your chosen baking pan by greasing and flouring it.
- In a large bowl, combine the entire box of spice cake mix with the full can of pumpkin puree.
- If the batter appears too thick, incorporate one or two tablespoons of water or milk to reach the desired consistency.
- Mix the ingredients gently until they are just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the well-mixed batter into your prepared baking pan.
- Bake following the cake mix box instructions, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
This incredibly simple recipe is easily adaptable. For an enhanced flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dash of vanilla extract. A cream cheese frosting would also complement this cake beautifully.