Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix oil and sugar.
Add pumpkin puree and sour cream. Mix well.
Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients (flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin spice).
In 3-4 portions, add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
Set mixture aside while you prepare the filling and topping.