Here’s a simple recipe for an Easy Pumpkin Honey Bun Cake that’s perfect for fall!
### Ingredients
#### For the Cake:
– 1 box yellow cake mix
– 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
– 3 large eggs
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 1/2 cup water
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (optional)
#### For the Cinnamon Swirl:
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
#### For the Glaze:
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2-3 tbsp milk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
### Instructions
1. **Preheat the Oven**: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. **Mix the Cake Batter**: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, water, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until smooth.
3. **Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl**: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
4. **Layer the Cake**: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the cinnamon mixture evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top.
5. **Swirl the Mixture**: Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter. Don’t overmix!
6. **Bake**: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. **Make the Glaze**: While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
8. **Glaze the Cake**: Once the cake is done, let it cool for about 10 minutes. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake.
9. **Serve and Enjoy**: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy your delicious pumpkin honey bun cake!
This cake is perfect for gatherings or just a cozy night in. Enjoy!