Well, I tell ya, makin’ a pumpkin spice cake with just three little ingredients ain’t no hard task. I always like things simple, ya know? Ain’t got time for all them fancy recipes and stuff, especially when it’s just me and the dog at home. If you’re lookin’ to bake somethin’ sweet but don’t want to mess with a bunch of different ingredients, this here is just perfect! It’s so easy, even my old hands can manage it without makin’ too much of a mess.
So, here’s what you need:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (or you can use a spice cake mix if you got it)
- 1 can of pumpkin puree (the plain kind, not the sweetened stuff)
- 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice (or if ya ain’t got that, just use cinnamon, nutmeg, and a little ginger)
That’s it! Three ingredients! No fuss, no bother. Now, ya don’t need to be a fancy baker to pull this off, trust me. Just mix it all up and pop it in the oven. It’s like magic how it all comes together.
How to make the cake:
First thing ya wanna do is preheat that oven of yours to about 350°F (that’s 175°C for folks who think in them foreign numbers). Grab ya a bowl, and dump in the cake mix. Don’t bother with the eggs or oil the box tells ya to add, ’cause you ain’t gonna need none of that. Just throw in the whole can of pumpkin puree and the pumpkin spice—stir it up real good ’til it’s all nice and smooth. Now, don’t worry if the batter looks a little thick, that’s how it’s supposed to be.
Once that’s all mixed, grab yourself a baking pan—9×13 should do fine—and grease it up with a little butter or cooking spray. Pour the batter in, and spread it out so it’s even. Now, into the oven it goes for about 30 minutes. You can tell it’s done when it looks all golden brown on top and a toothpick comes out clean when you poke it in the middle.
After that, let it cool for a bit, then cut yourself a nice slice. It’s perfect by itself, but if you wanna get real fancy, a little whipped cream on top don’t hurt none. It’s a quick, easy treat that’ll make your house smell like fall. Can’t get much better than that, I reckon!
Why this cake works:
You might be wonderin’ why this pumpkin spice cake is so easy, and well, it’s ’cause you ain’t messin’ with a bunch of ingredients. Most cakes take eggs, oil, milk, and all sorts of things, but this one uses just a simple cake mix and the pumpkin to keep it moist. The pumpkin really does all the work, makin’ it soft and spongy. And that pumpkin spice? Well, that gives it that perfect little kick of flavor without bein’ too much.
Now, if you don’t got pumpkin spice, don’t fret none. Just mix up some cinnamon, nutmeg, and maybe a pinch of ginger. I’ve been makin’ this cake for years, and that’s how I do it most of the time. Ain’t nobody got time to run to the store for one little spice, not when the garden’s full of other things to take care of.
Other ways to enjoy it:
- You could make it into cupcakes instead of a big ol’ cake.
- If you like nuts, throw in some chopped pecans or walnuts for a little crunch.
- Top it off with some cream cheese frosting if ya want to get real decadent.
This cake ain’t just for fall neither. Heck, if you’re in the mood for somethin’ sweet in the middle of summer, it’ll hit the spot just fine. It’s a good cake for any time, really—simple, easy, and always tasty.
So there ya go. Next time you’re cravin’ somethin’ sweet but don’t feel like fussin’ with all them fancy ingredients, just remember this three-ingredient pumpkin spice cake. Ain’t nobody gonna complain about it, I promise you that!
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