I've already confessed to being a lover of all things pumpkin on this site. And you can find multiple pumpkin recipes here. However, this particularly moist pumpkin caramel dessert cake was born from my dad's imagination rather than my own.

Our moist pumpkin caramel dessert cake is the ultimate fall dessert, combining moist, spiced pumpkin layers with a rich caramel flavor that’s both cozy and indulgent. The cake has a tender, fluffy texture that perfectly balances the warm spices, while a homemade caramel sauce brings an extra layer of sweetness. Topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting and a touch of Swiss meringue buttercream, every bite melts in your mouth with a blend of creamy, caramel, and pumpkin goodness. This cake has become a new family favorite, and it's sure to impress at any fall gathering.

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If you want one of my favorite pumpkin recipes, check out our Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe. But, if pumpkin isn't your thing, or you are feeling like CHOCOLATE, check out our Flourless Chocolate Cake.

⭐ An Updated Pumpkin Tradition

For his birthday this year, my dad asked for a "pumpkin cake with some sort of cream cheese frosting." I took that and ran with it; adding caramel sauce and some Swiss meringue buttercream for good measure. Our family has enjoyed a pumpkin roll cake for Thanksgiving for years. This cake turned out so well, we all chose to have it at Thanksgiving in leu of the pumpkin roll. If you know our family, you know updating traditional items at a holiday meal for something new is a BIG DEAL! When this cake appeared for the Thanksgiving dessert lineup, there wasn't a single complaint or question about where the usual roll cake was. That sealed the deal, this recipe is a keeper for sure!

🍯 Our Amazing Caramel Sauce

Homemade caramel sauce may seem like something only professionals should attempt. It can be temperamental and a bit tricky. But with a few tips and tricks up your sleeve you can make amazing homemade caramel sauce and skip the store bought stuff for good. Check out our Amazing Caramel Sauce Recipe!

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Moist Pumpkin Caramel Dessert Cake

Delight in the heavenly fusion of autumn flavors with our Pumpkin Caramel Cake recipe, featuring layers of moist pumpkin-spiced cake draped in luscious caramel frosting. This indulgent dessert promises a symphony of seasonal delights, making it the perfect centerpiece for fall celebrations.