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Pumpkin Biscoff Cake

Irresistibly Moist Pumpkin Biscoff Cake for Fall Delights

Enjoy a slice of fall with this Pumpkin Biscoff Cake, a layered delight of pumpkin spice cake and buttery Biscoff crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Biscoff Crust
  • 24 cookies Whole Biscoff Cookies Can substitute with any similar spiced cookie.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can use coconut sugar as an alternative.
For the Pumpkin Cake Layers
  • 4 large Eggs Room temperature; can substitute with flax eggs.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can use coconut sugar as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can swap with dark brown sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with applesauce.
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Consider vanilla bean paste for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée Use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free alternatives include almond or oat flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check for freshness.
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice Can substitute with ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Use freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Use freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Use freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cookie Butter Filling and Frosting
  • 1 cup Cookie Butter Spread Nutella can be a chocolaty alternative.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup White Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet chocolate can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • stand mixer
  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • Spatula
  • Wire Racks
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a food processor, crush Biscoff cookies into fine crumbs. Combine crumbs with melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until well mixed. Press into the bottom of three greased 8-inch round cake pans. Bake for 5-7 minutes until lightly set and fragrant.
  2. Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and salt. In a stand mixer, cream together granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and eggs until light and fluffy. Gradually add vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and pumpkin purée, mixing until combined. Slowly incorporate dry mixture until just blended.
  3. Divide the pumpkin cake batter evenly among the cooled Biscoff crusts in the prepared pans. Smooth tops with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat cookie butter spread and room temperature unsalted butter until well combined. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until the filling is smooth and creamy. Once cakes are cooled, spread filling between the layers.
  5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt heavy whipping cream over white chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. In stand mixer, beat softened butter until fluffy, then incorporate sifted powdered sugar, melted chocolate mixture, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until light and airy.
  6. Ensure each cooled cake layer is level. Place one pumpkin layer on a serving plate and spread cookie butter filling on top. Repeat with remaining layers and frost with white chocolate buttercream. Apply a crumb coat, then refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to set the frosting.
  7. After chilling, add a final layer of frosting, smoothing it out with a cake scraper. Decorate top and sides with crushed Biscoff cookie crumbs. Let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for best results. Check baking powder freshness. Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting. Apply a crumb coat for a neater finish.

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