Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Layer Cake Recipe
This pumpkin chocolate chip layer cake recipe combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with rich chocolate chips, making a moist and flavorful dessert. With simple ingredients like pumpkin puree, chocolate chips, and warm spices, it's the perfect cake for fall and holiday gatherings. Layered with luscious frosting, it’s an impressive yet easy-to-make dessert. Great for pumpkin and chocolate lovers alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Salt
- Pumpkin puree
- Eggs
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips
- Frosting of choice (optional: cream cheese frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and grease cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugars, oil, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes and frost between layers and on top, if desired.
Notes
- Ensure pumpkin puree is smooth for the best texture.
- You can use mini chocolate chips for better distribution.
- Cream cheese frosting pairs beautifully with the pumpkin flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 10 slices)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg