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Deliciously Easy Thanksgiving Cake Options

Thanksgiving Cake Ideas Easy made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ cup chopped pecans optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the chopped pecans, if using, to incorporate texture and flavor into the batter.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cool, frost with your choice of icing, such as cream cheese frosting or a simple buttercream.