Easy Pumpkin Pie Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, oil or melted butter, eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Add the cinnamon powder (if using) and mix well.
6. Pour the mixture into a greased and floured 8-inch cake pan.
7. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving: assuming the cake is divided into 8 equal parts)

• Calories: Approximately 350 calories per serving
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• This is a classic American dessert with a rich pumpkin flavor.
• The addition of cinnamon powder enhances the autumn flavor of the pumpkin.
• The cake is moist and has a dense texture.

User Comments:

1. "This is an excellent recipe for a pumpkin pie cake. My family loved it!"
2. "The cake was very moist and had a great pumpkin flavor. I will make this again."
3. "I added extra cinnamon to enhance the flavor. It was delicious!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh or canned pumpkin puree for best results. Avoid using pumpkins that are too large as they may have a bitter taste.
• Adjust the baking time according to your oven's calibration; check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake.
• This cake is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.