Pumpkin Cake

Nothing says fall like the taste of pumpkin.  This recipe is not only delicious but also quite easy to make. A dear friend gave it to me many years ago and it continues to remain a family fall favorite.  If memory serves me correctly, it initially came her way attached to a Hallmark pumpkin potholder.

Ingredients for Cake:

4 eggs
1 2/3 cup sugar
1 cup cooking oil
1 16 oz. can pumpkin
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda

Ingredients for Frosting:

1 3 oz. package Philadelphia cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup butter or margarine (softened)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups powdered sugar

Directions:

In large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin until light and fluffy.  In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda.  Add to the pumpkin mixture and mix thoroughly.  Spread batter in a 13" x 9" greased and floured baking pan.  Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.  Cool completely.

Frosting:

After the cake cools, cream together the butter and cream cheese.  Stir in vanilla.  Add the powdered sugar a little at a time, beating well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.  Spread evenly and enjoy!

Yummy,

Denise, Beds 25 & 29