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Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake Recipe

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This Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert made with yellow cake mix, pumpkin puree, and warm pumpkin pie spice. Swirled with a cinnamon-sugar layer and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, it’s a cozy fall treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 box Duncan Hines yellow cake mix
  • ⅔ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice (or ground cinnamon)

Glaze Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 4–6 tablespoons milk (adjust based on desired glaze thickness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and pumpkin puree. Beat the mixture with a mixer for about 2 minutes until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
  3. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix the light brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon) together until evenly combined.
  4. Layer Batter and Sugar: Spread half of the cake batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Carefully spread the remaining batter on top, smoothing it out gently.
  5. Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Poke Holes for Glaze: Remove the cake and, using a fork, poke holes all over the surface to allow the glaze to soak in and keep the cake moist. This step is optional if you prefer a smooth top.
  7. Make the Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (start with 4 tablespoons and add more if needed), and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust milk quantity for desired thickness.
  8. Apply Glaze: Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake, ensuring complete coverage.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool to room temperature so the glaze can set fully. Once cooled, slice and serve.

Notes

  • Using pumpkin pie spice adds the perfect warm flavor, but ground cinnamon alone works well too.
  • Adjust the milk in the glaze for thicker or thinner consistency depending on preference.
  • Poking holes before glazing helps the glaze seep into the cake for extra moisture, but can be skipped for a smooth surface.
  • Make sure not to overbake to keep the cake moist.
  • This cake is great served slightly warm or at room temperature.

Keywords: pumpkin cake, honey bun cake, pumpkin spice cake, fall dessert, glazed cake, cinnamon sugar cake

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