Description

Savor the heavenly combination of rich chocolate and creamy pumpkin with this Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake Cake. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert features moist chocolate cake layers enveloping a luscious pumpkin cheesecake center, enhanced with a hint of cinnamon. Impress your guests without stress as you serve up this showstopper that guarantees smiles and satisfaction in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
1 cup canned pumpkin puree (pure)
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round baking pans with parchment paper.
For the chocolate cake batter, mix chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, oil, and half of the pumpkin puree in a bowl until smooth.
In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add remaining pumpkin puree, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla; mix until fluffy.
Pour half of the chocolate batter into each pan. Spoon cheesecake mixture on top and swirl gently with a knife.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the cake layer.
Cool for 10 minutes in pans before transferring to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Experiment with spices like nutmeg or add more chocolate chips for an extra treat. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting or serving.