1-First, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Get all your ingredients ready by measuring them out ahead of time to keep things organized.

2-In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This step blends the wet ingredients nicely for a consistent batter.

3-In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Slowly add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently to combine without overmixing, which keeps the cake light and airy.

4-Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top evenly. If you’re trying a variation, like adding mix-ins, do it here before baking.

5-Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before moving it to a rack; this helps it set properly.