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Nothing says Fall like a pumpkin cake, and these 25 easy pumpkin cake recipes aim to please! So whether it’s a slice of pumpkin spice cake or pumpkin apple cake, you are sure to find a pumpkin cake recipe you can’t resist.
Fall is not complete without enjoying a moist, delicious pumpkin cake. So, I’ve rounded up some of the best fall cake recipes. And all of them are perfect for Thanksgiving dinners and the holidays. So what are you waiting for?
It’s easy to welcome the fall season with these easy-to-make cake recipes, all made with pumpkin. From bundt cakes to sheet cakes, spice cakes, or maybe a chocolate pumpkin cake, you’ll find 25 to choose from.
Will you be able to choose a favorite? The decision will be a hard one to make.
Some recipes are made with a cake mix, while others are made from scratch. Some are healthy and gluten-free, while some are Vegan recipes. So, whether you use a canned pumpkin or a homemade pumpkin puree, these cake recipes will be addictive.
But one thing they all have in common is they are moist, easy to make, and perfect for serving as a dessert for Thanksgiving dinner or any other special occasion.
How long Can You Keep Pumpkin Cake?
Pumpkin cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days if tightly covered. But if you want to make it ahead for Thanksgiving, a freshly baked pumpkin cake can be kept in the refrigerator, sealed tightly, for up to a week.
And if you really like to plan, you can freeze pumpkin cake for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Should Cakes Baked with Pumpkin Be Refrigerated?
No, refrigerating is unnecessary unless it will not be served for a couple of days. For instance, pumpkin cake is safe to be stored at room temperature, tightly covered, for up to 3 days.
Beyond this time, I’d recommend refrigeration for freshness.
RELATED: If you are a pumpkin fanatic as I am, I’m sure you’ll find some favorite recipes in these 6 Light & Fluffy Pumpkin Muffin Recipes or these 20 Easy Pumpkin Bread Recipes. All these pumpkin recipes are perfect for enjoying as breakfast or as a snack.
25 Pumpkin Cake Recipes for Fall
Recipes for Pumpkin Bundt Cakes
These pumpkin bundt cakes recipes are delicious, made from scratch, and perfect for the Thanksgiving and holiday seasons.
This easy-to-make pumpkin Bundt cake recipe is a beautiful dessert to serve during the fall and holiday season.
This Pumpkin Bundt Cake is super moist and the perfect fall dessert!
The perfect fall keto recipe makes these beautiful keto baby pumpkin pound cakes nutritious and satisfying.
Pumpkin bundt cake has pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin puree to make a sweet and tender cake. It’s topped with cream cheese frosting too!
Healthy Pumpkin Cake Recipes
No matter the diet you may be on, I've put together a few pumpkin cake recipes that are on the healthy side. Low fat, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy Free and more!
A whole list of choices, and I'm sure you'll find one that fits your needs.
A decadent pumpkin layer cake covered in whipped chocolate buttercream frosting.
A delicious and hearty treat this dairy-free Pumpkin cake is all you needed to satisfy your Fall spices cravings.
Fresh pumpkin and delicious spice mix come together in a light, fluffy batter. Divine Spiced Pumpkin Cakelets are vegan and will become a go-to favorite pumpkin cake recipe.
This Healthy Pumpkin Cake is the best version of a classic fall dessert that doubles as a healthy snack! Topped with a luscious yogurt cream cheese frosting, it is moist, decadent, and packed with hidden nutrients!
This vegan pumpkin bundt cake is made with a homemade cream cheese filling. Use canned pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and ground cinnamon for a seasonal pumpkin flavor.
This Pumpkin Dump Cake is so easy to make! Mix in a few seasonings, spread your pumpkin in a pan, and top with a cake mix, some vegan butter, and pecans. Bake it up, and you've got dessert!
This Vegan Pumpkin Spice Sheet Cake is easy to make and is topped with a delicious vegan cream cheese frosting. Sweet and spiced, this fall treat is sure to become your favorite pumpkin cake recipe!
An easy crockpot pumpkin dump cake recipe that is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. This slow cooker dump cake is super easy to make for Halloween or Thanksgiving.
Pumpkin Cakes With Cake Mix Recipes
No time to cook from scratch? No problem, these easy pumpkin cake recipes are made with a cake mix. Easy, quick, and ready in no time.
Decadent cream cheese and whipped cream frosting take this recipe over the top of delicious, and everyone will love it.
Start with a boxed yellow cake mix, add some pumpkin and basic cake ingredients, and you're on your way to baking up one very tender and tasty pumpkin cake.
This Pumpkin Crunch Cake is jam-packed with all the best fall season flavors. You'll mix up this delicious dessert in 10 minutes using cake mix for a shortcut!
This easy pumpkin dump cake is made with a cake mix and is as fast as it sounds. Half pumpkin cake, half pumpkin pie, mix the layers and then bake for a delicious gooey pumpkin dessert—a great last-minute fall dessert to bring to a party, holiday, or potluck.
Chocolate Pumpkin Cake Recipes
These chocolate pumpkin cake recipes make for a rich and decadent dessert. Made from scratch, all would be perfect on the Thanksgiving dessert table.
Topped with a thick layer of whipped cream, this decadent cake is a cross between chocolate cake and pumpkin pie.
This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake recipe is an easy cake to bake during the fall months. This super moist pumpkin cake is spiked with warm fall spices and has a heavenly pumpkin-chocolate flavor combination.
This moist and delightfully dense cake is perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall season party. Learn how to make this gorgeous layered pumpkin cake with cinnamon spiced cream cheese frosting.
From Scratch Pumpkin Layer & Sheet Cake Recipes
These delicious pumpkin cake recipes made with real ingredients from scratch are the perfect dessert for Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
This cake is fragrant with warm spices, the sweet and slightly nutty flavors of crunchy apples combined with earthy notes of the pumpkin puree make this cake a fall treat.
This Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake is moist, delicious, and full of sweet fall flavors. It’s sprinkled with a crumbly pecan topping and drizzled with a vanilla glaze. It’s the perfect treat for the holidays or year round!
This is the best fall cake, super moist from the pumpkin, with caramelized apples topped by a pumpkin spice streusel.
This delicious and easy pumpkin poke cake is a perfect fall dessert. Pumpkin and caramel come together in this recipe to create a cake that nobody can resist!
BONUS: Pumpkin Cake Truffles
Delectable bite-size little pumpkin cake truffles will make perfect finger food or dessert at any holiday party or gathering.
These delicious little pumpkin cake balls are an easy and festive treat to make and share this fall. Fudgy little pumpkin truffle bites coated in chocolate with the perfect hint of pumpkin, cinnamon, and warm spices!
Why bother baking a pie when you can make these delicious bite-sized pumpkin cake truffles instead? There's no baking required, and they're a huge hit at tailgates, fall parties, and Thanksgiving dinners!
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Dianne Hadorn is the owner of Hidden Springs Homestead, nestled in the hills of East Tennessee. A Master Gardener and lifelong homesteader, she teaches families how to grow real food, preserve it with confidence, and depend less on the grocery store. Through her practical, down-to-earth approach, Dianne has become a trusted source for beginners who want to build a sustainable lifestyle and fill their pantries with food they’ve grown themselves.