Pumpkin Butterscotch Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A moist and spicy pumpkin butterscotch cake is topped with a browned butter cream cheese drizzle that has lots of wonderful flavors.

Pumpkin Butterscotch Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

If there were ever a perfect dessert for the coming Fall season, this Pumpkin Butterscotch Bundt Cake with Brown Butter Cream Cheese Drizzle would be it.

A moist and spicy pumpkin butterscotch cake is topped with a browned butter cream cheese drizzle that has lots of wonderful flavors.

Helpful Tips for Baking in a Bundt Pan

Baking in a bundt pan can be a delightful experience, and with a few tips, you’ll create stunning, show-stopping treats. Here are some playful and straightforward tips for baking in a bundt pan:

1. Grease it Right: Ensure your bundt pan is well-greased, paying extra attention to intricate designs to prevent sticking. A dusting of flour or cocoa powder after greasing can add an extra layer of insurance.

2. Even Distribution: Distribute the batter evenly in the pan to promote uniform baking. Use a spatula to level the batter for a smooth finish.
3. Preheat and Patience: Preheat your oven and let it reach the desired temperature before placing your bundt pan inside. Patience is key for even baking.
4. Check for Doneness: Test for doneness with a toothpick or cake tester. Insert it into the thickest part of the cake; if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter), your cake is ready.
5. Cooling Magic: Allow your bundt cake to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack. This helps the cake set and makes for a smoother release.
6. Tap and Wiggle: After cooling, gently tap the bottom of the pan on the counter to release the cake. If it needs extra encouragement, give it a gentle wiggle.
7. Decorate with Flair: Once your bundt cake is cooled completely, have fun decorating! A dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of glaze, or a generous layer of frosting can add the perfect finishing touch.
8. Serve with Joy: Share your bundt cake with joy! Whether it’s a family gathering or a solo treat, savor the delicious results of your bundt pan adventure.

Baking in a bundt pan is all about embracing the delightful designs and enjoying the simplicity of a beautiful, fuss-free cake. 

Equipment Needed for Pumpkin Butterscotch Bundt Cake

• large mixing bowl
• electric mixer
• fluted bundt pan
• toothpicks
• wire rack
• small saucepan
• mixing spoon
• small mixing bowl

Ingredients for Pumpkin Butterscotch Bundt Cake

CAKE:

Yellow Cake Mix: The foundation of your cake, the yellow cake mix promises a tender and golden crumb.

Butterscotch Pudding Mix: Adding a touch of richness, the butterscotch pudding mix infuses the cake with delightful caramel undertones.

Eggs: These little powerhouses provide structure and moisture, ensuring a perfect bundt cake texture.

Water: Simple and essential, water helps balance the batter for a moist and delicious outcome.

Vegetable Oil: Bringing a subtle richness, vegetable oil contributes to the cake’s moistness.

Canned Pumpkin: The star of the show, canned pumpkin introduces a warm, autumnal flavor to the mix.

Pumpkin Pie Spice: A fragrant blend of spices, pumpkin pie spice creates that signature seasonal taste.

GLAZE:

Butter: The glaze starts with butter, adding a velvety richness and a hint of savory goodness.

Cream Cheese: Elevating the glaze to creamy perfection, cream cheese brings a delightful tang.

Confectioners Sugar: Sweet and powdery, confectioners sugar sweetens the glaze to perfection.

Vanilla: A drop of vanilla enhances the overall flavor, adding a subtle layer of sweetness.

Milk: Bringing everything together, milk achieves the ideal consistency for your luscious cream cheese glaze.

Recipe Notes

I slightly adapted a recipe from the wonderful blog, Sugar Mama. As you can see in the pictures, the brown butter cream cheese ‘drizzle’ makes quite a lot, so if you aren’t a fan of sweet frosting, please feel free to cut the ingredients in half for that part of the recipe. 

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Pumpkin Butterscotch Bundt Cake with Brown Butter Cream Cheese Drizzle

Yield: 12 -16 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 55 minutes mins

Total Time: 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

A moist and spicy pumpkin butterscotch cake is topped with a browned butter cream cheese drizzle that has lots of wonderful flavors.

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Ingredients

Cake:

• 1 18.25 ounce package Duncan Hines yellow cake mix*
• 1 3.4 ounce package instant butterscotch pudding mix
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup canned pumpkin
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice

Glaze:

• 6 tablespoons butter
• 4 ounces cream cheese softened
• 2 cups confectioners sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 2-4 tablespoons milk

Instructions 

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake ingredients. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds; beat on medium for 4 minutes. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 50-55 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
• For the glaze: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the butter releases a nutty aroma and just starts to turn golden, about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove and let cool.
• In a small bowl, use an electric mixer to combine browned butter, confectioner’s sugar, cream cheese and vanilla. Add milk until a pourable consistency is reached.

Happy baking! 🍰✨

Ali

Ali posts family-friendly recipes at Jam Hands.