Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons (6g)
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon (3g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (1.5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Vegetable oil: 1 cup (240ml)
- Large eggs: 2
- Pureed pumpkin: 1 cup (240g)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, and pumpkin.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Perfect balance of sweet and spicy
- Packed with pumpkin flavor
User Comments:
- "This pumpkin cake is absolutely delicious! The spices are perfect, and it's so moist and flavorful."
- "I love the way this cake combines the flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon. It's the perfect fall treat."
- "This is my go-to recipe for pumpkin cake. It's always a hit with my family and friends."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- If you don't have pumpkin puree on hand, you can make your own by roasting a pumpkin and pureeing it in a blender.
- This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.