Jack-o’-Lantern Bundt Cake
Jack-o’-Lantern Bundt Cake is a delightful fall dessert that captures the essence of autumn with every slice. This moist, spiced cake, featuring rich pumpkin flavor, is perfect for Halloween gatherings and cozy family dinners alike. Its whimsical design and sweet glaze will impress your guests, leaving them wanting more. Easy to make and fun to decorate, this cake embodies the joy of seasonal baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a Bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and shake gently to eliminate air bubbles.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg