Ingredients and Weight:
- 200 grams of all-purpose flour
- 150 grams of pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 6 tablespoons of caramel sauce
- 3 tablespoons of Bourbon whiskey
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- For the caramel poke holes filling: additional caramel sauce
- For the topping: whipped cream or vanilla frosting
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including baking time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, caramel sauce, Bourbon whiskey, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once the cake is out of the oven, make poke holes all over the top using a fork or a skewer.
- Pour or spoon additional caramel sauce into the poke holes.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the whipped cream or vanilla frosting topping.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming all ingredients are consumed)
Calories: Approximately 400-500 depending on the toppings chosen.
Fat: 25-30 grams
Carbohydrates: 50-60 grams
Protein: 5-7 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of flavors with pumpkin, caramel, and Bourbon.
- Moist and dense cake texture with a sweet and rich caramel flavor throughout.
- Perfect for fall or Halloween celebrations.
User Comments:
- "This is an amazing combination of flavors! The pumpkin and caramel are a perfect match."
- "The cake was moist and had a great texture. The poke holes filled with caramel made it even better."
- "I love how creative this dish is! It's a great way to celebrate fall."
- "The Bourbon whiskey gives this cake a unique and adult flavor that sets it apart from other pumpkin cakes."
- "The topping adds a nice touch and makes it even more delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the amount of caramel sauce according to your preference for a richer or less sweet taste.
- Make sure to grease and flour the cake pan well to avoid sticking.
- For best results, let the cake cool completely before adding the topping.
