Easy Pumpkin Spice Snack Cake Squares
A delicious and simple treat that captures the essence of fall with its warm pumpkin spice flavor, perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 pieces eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk for a lovely creamy addition
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until well blended, then add the eggs and whisk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Gently fold in the milk until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Toppings
- Optionally, prepare a simple frosting made from cream cheese and powdered sugar to drizzle on top before serving.
Notes
Make sure to use well-cooked, pureed fresh pumpkin for smooth consistency. Adjust pumpkin pie spice to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.