Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of autumn with this moist pumpkin maple cake, crowned with a luscious maple cream cheese frosting. A true seasonal treat!
Ingredients
15 ounces (about 1 ¾ cups) Pure pumpkin puree
1 cup Pure amber-grade syrup
½ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon Ground ginger
2 teaspoons total Leavening agent blend
2 ½ cups Fine grain flour (can substitute gluten free blend)
½ cup Dairy product (e.g., buttermilk or milk)
1 teaspoon Flavor enhancer (e.g., pure extract)
½ cup Fat for richness (e.g., melted unsalted solid fat)
Dairy spread (cream cheese)
Confectioners’ sweetener
Pure extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Dry Ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the fine grain flour, leavening agent blend, and any ground warming elements. Use a whisk to ensure everything is thoroughly mixed. This step helps distribute the rising agents evenly.
Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix the pureed squash, liquid sweetener, dairy product, and flavor enhancer. Stir these components until they are well incorporated. Add the fat for richness and blend completely.
Step 3: Mix Wet and Dry. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined; do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can lead to a dense texture.
Step 4: Bake the Dessert. Pour the batter into your prepared pan. Place it in a preheated cooking appliance set to the recommended temperature. Bake until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
Step 5: Cool and Finish. Let the baked good cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can apply your preferred topping.
