Warmly spiced pumpkin snack cake is moist, fluffy, and full of pure pumpkin flavor. Luscious and tangy whipped cream cheese frosting tops the cake for the ultimate fall treat. Enjoy this single-layer snack cake any time, or serve it for your holiday get-togethers.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and set it aside.
Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt in a large bowl.
Mix the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, {cooled} melted butter, eggs, and vanilla in a separate bowl until incorporated. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes or until a cake tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out with just a few crumbs. Allow the cake to cool.
Cream Cheese Frosting
Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the sifted powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until incorporated and smooth. Bring the speed to high and whip the frosting until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Spread the frosting over the cake. Using an offset spatula, carefully smooth the frosting to cover the cake.
Enjoy a slice of cake cold or at room temperature. Store the cake in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.