Decadent Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake with Creamy Glaze
Indulge in the rich flavors of fall with this Decadent Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake. This dessert beautifully combines the moistness of pumpkin and the warmth of spices, enhanced by a delightful streusel filling. The buttery crumb topping and a luscious cream cheese glaze elevate this cake from ordinary to extraordinary, making it a must-bake for cozy gatherings and holiday celebrations. Perfect served with a warm beverage, each slice promises to be a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for the recipe!
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brown Sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
Ground Cinnamon
1 teaspoon
Ground Allspice
1/4 teaspoon
Butter
2 teaspoons
Walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped (optional))
Yellow Cake Mix
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box
Butterscotch Pudding Mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box
Vegetable Oil
1/4 cup
Sour Cream
1/4 cup
Canned Pumpkin
1 cup
Pumpkin Pie Spice
2 teaspoons
Eggs
4
Cream Cheese
4 ounces (room temperature)
Powdered Sugar
1/2 cup
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon
Milk
3-4 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch fluted tube pan.
2
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and allspice. Cut in the butter with a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture is crumbly. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, butterscotch pudding mix, vegetable oil, sour cream, canned pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and eggs. Beat the mixture on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and beat for 4 minutes until well combined and smooth.
4
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared bundt pan. Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the center of the batter, avoiding the sides of the pan. Then carefully top with the remaining cake batter, smoothing it over the streusel.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
6
While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese glaze. In a small bowl, beat the room-temperature cream cheese at medium speed for about 2 minutes until it becomes creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract and then add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
7
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top, allowing it to cascade down the sides. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this pumpkin dessert?
The recipe is for a Decadent Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake with Creamy Glaze.
What type of pan is required for this recipe?
You should use a 10-inch fluted tube pan, also known as a bundt pan.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How do I prepare the bundt pan?
Grease and flour the 10-inch fluted tube pan to prevent sticking.
What ingredients are needed for the streusel filling?
The streusel consists of brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, butter, and optional chopped walnuts.
How do I incorporate the butter into the streusel?
Cut the butter into the sugar and spice mixture with a pastry cutter or two knives until it becomes crumbly.
What kind of cake mix is used for the base?
The recipe calls for one 18.25-ounce box of yellow cake mix.
What flavor of pudding mix should be added?
A 3.5-ounce box of butterscotch pudding mix is used in the batter.
What provides the moisture in the cake batter?
Vegetable oil, sour cream, canned pumpkin, and eggs provide the moisture.
How long should I beat the cake batter?
Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium and beat for 4 minutes.
How is the streusel layered in the pan?
Pour half the batter into the pan, sprinkle the streusel in the center (avoiding the sides), and then top with the rest of the batter.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for 50-55 minutes.
How do I know when the bundt cake is done?
Insert a wooden pick into the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is finished.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
What ingredients make up the creamy glaze?
The glaze uses cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk.
What state should the cream cheese be in for the glaze?
The cream cheese should be at room temperature for easy blending.
How long do you beat the cream cheese for the glaze?
Beat the cream cheese at medium speed for about 2 minutes until creamy.
How much milk is added to the glaze?
Add 3-4 tablespoons of milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach a drizzling consistency.
When should I apply the glaze to the cake?
Drizzle the glaze over the cake once it has cooled completely.
Are walnuts mandatory for this recipe?
No, the walnuts are optional for the streusel filling.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe requires 4 eggs.
What spices are used in the batter?
Two teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice are mixed into the cake batter.
How much canned pumpkin is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of canned pumpkin.
Can I use a different type of cake mix?
The recipe specifies yellow cake mix for the best flavor profile.
Is there sour cream in this cake?
Yes, 1/4 cup of sour cream is included in the batter.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 16 ingredients in total, including the optional walnuts.
How should the brown sugar be measured?
The brown sugar should be packed when measuring the 1/2 cup.
What is the purpose of the butterscotch pudding mix?
It adds flavor and helps create a moist, dense texture in the bundt cake.
How should the glaze look when finished?
It should be smooth and thin enough to cascade down the sides of the cake.
What does the description say about the flavor profile?
It is described as having rich fall flavors, moistness from pumpkin, and warmth from spices.