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Autumn Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake

Fall in Love with This Autumn Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake

This Autumn Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake combines earthy pumpkin, warm spices, and honey for a delightful fall treat.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Autumn Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake, Cake Recipes, dessert recipes, fall desserts, honey bun, pumpkin cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Cooling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Electric mixer

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup vegetable oil can substitute with melted butter
  • 4 large eggs binds ingredients together
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Honey Swirl

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for swirl
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Autumn Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, blend the wet ingredients using an electric mixer.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet components, stirring gently until just combined.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the honey swirl ingredients until smooth.
  • Layer half the batter in the baking pan, drizzle with half the honey swirl, and top with remaining batter and swirl.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This cake can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Consider adding whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 2000IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg