Butternut Pound Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Butternut Squash Puree - 300 grams (use a cooked, pureed butternut squash from the supermarket)
2. All-Purpose Flour - 200 grams
3. Butter - 150 grams (softened)
4. Sugar - 150 grams
5. Eggs - 3 large
6. Baking Powder - 1 teaspoon
7. Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon (for flavor)
8. Vanilla Extract - 1 teaspoon
9. Salt - ½ teaspoon

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes in a preheated oven at 350°F

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the softened butter and sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the butternut squash puree, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add this to the wet mixture gradually, mixing well to combine.
6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured pound cake pan.
7. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving: Slice of Butternut Pound Cake)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 65g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g (Approximate values may vary depending on specific ingredients used)

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique flavor combination of butternut squash and traditional pound cake.
• Dense and moist texture with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon flavor.
• Perfect for an after-dinner dessert or a snack with coffee.

User Comments:

1. "The butternut flavor was unique and really added depth to the pound cake."
2. "This was a great way to incorporate squash into a dessert without it being too 'healthy'."
3. "The texture was so moist and the flavors were well-balanced."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use a cooked and pureed butternut squash from the supermarket for best results.
• For best texture, cream the butter and sugar thoroughly.
• Do not overmix the flour mixture to avoid tough cakes.
• Use a toothpick to check for doneness, ensuring it comes out clean before removing from the oven.