A Very Different Pumpkin Cake Recipe

This decadent pumpkin cake is a delightful fusion of cake and baked custard, boasting a creamy, dreamy texture. Perfect as a stand-alone dessert or a unique pie filling! Get ready for a taste sensation that's both comforting and surprisingly elegant.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 609.1 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for A Very Different Pumpkin Cake

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How to Make A Very Different Pumpkin Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 20cm (8-inch) springform cake pan.
  2. Cream together 170g (1 1/2 cups) softened unsalted butter and 200g (1 1/2 cups) granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 400g (1 1/2 cups) pumpkin puree and mix well until thoroughly combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 250g (2 cups) all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in 200ml (¾ cup) full-fat coconut milk.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely in the pan before serving.
  8. For best flavor and slicing, chill overnight.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

236g

Fat

91g

Carbs

30g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make A Very Different Pumpkin Cake?

A Very Different Pumpkin Cake takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in A Very Different Pumpkin Cake?

A Very Different Pumpkin Cake has approximately 609.1 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 30 g carbohydrates and 38 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for A Very Different Pumpkin Cake?

The key ingredients for A Very Different Pumpkin Cake are Butter, Caster Sugar, Self Raising Flour, Cornflour, Pumpkin, Coconut Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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