Pumpkin Crunch Pudding Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pumpkin: 500 grams
• Flour: 2 cups
• Sugar: 1 cup
• Butter: 100 grams
• Eggs: 3
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• Pudding mix (your choice of flavor): 1 packet
• Toppings: Whipped cream, chopped walnuts or pecans

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 45 minutes
• Total: 75 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Peel and dice the pumpkin into small pieces.
3. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
5. Add eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
6. Stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Gradually add the flour mixture and mix well.
8. Fold in the diced pumpkin.
9. Prepare your pudding mix according to package instructions and stir it into the pumpkin mixture.
10. Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan.
11. Sprinkle the top with chopped walnuts or pecans.
12. Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
13. Let cool and serve with whipped cream on top.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the pudding mix does not add significant calories) Calories: Approx. 450 kcal per slice (depending on the pudding mix) Fat: 20g Carbohydrates: 65g Protein: 8g (Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and rich texture due to the combination of pumpkin and pudding.
• The crunch from the walnuts or pecans on top provides a nice contrast to the soft cake.
• Great for fall or autumn when pumpkin is in season.
• Family-friendly dessert that is easy to make yet impressive for guests.

User Comments:

1. "This is an excellent way to incorporate pumpkin into a dessert! The crunchy topping was a great addition." - John Doe, New York, USA
2. "My family loved this dish! It was so creamy and delicious." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles, USA
3. "I made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors." - Michael Johnson, San Francisco, USA

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use ripe pumpkin for best flavor and texture.
• Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
• Be careful not to overmix the flour mixture or it may result in a tough cake. Mix until just combined.