Created on November 19th, 2011
Preheat oven to 350°F and coat 2 - 9" cake pans with non-stick baking spray.
In a stand or electric mixer, place cake mix, pudding mix, oil, buttermilk, eggs, sour cream, can of pumpkin, and chocolate chips. Mix all ingredients until well combined, about 1 to 2 minutes. Divide cake batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
While cakes are baking, prepare the buttercream. Place butter, reserved 2 tablespoons pumpkin, and cinnamon into stand or electric mixer. Mix on high until well combined. Slowly add the powdered sugar until thick and creamy. Slowly add the milk until buttercream is a nice consistency.
Cool cakes before frosting.
Note: This recipe can be used to make
24 cupcakes as well. Bake at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes
Bundt cake - bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes
13x9 cake - bake at 350 for 35-38 minutes