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Aunt Jennie S Favorite Pumpkin Cake Recipe

A treasured family recipe passed down through generations! This moist and delicious pumpkin cake, straight from Aunt Jennie's handwritten recipe cards, is the perfect fall dessert. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, this recipe is a warm hug in every bite. Get ready for a taste of tradition!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 610.3 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Aunt Jennie S Favorite Pumpkin Cake

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Ingredients for Aunt Jennie S Favorite Pumpkin Cake

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • Ground Ginger
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Pumpkin Puree
  • Evaporated Milk
  • Yellow Cake Mix
  • ½ cup melted unsalted butter
  • Walnuts

How to Make Aunt Jennie S Favorite Pumpkin Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 2 large eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, and ½ teaspoon ground cloves. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix, ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts.
  4. Gently pour the cake mix over the pumpkin mixture. Do not stir.
  5. Drizzle ½ cup melted unsalted butter evenly over the top.
  6. Sprinkle the nuts evenly over the butter.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

172g

Fat

79g

Carbs

23g

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Time To Make Course Preparation Occasion Desserts Easy Fall Cakes Dietary Seasonal 4 Hours Or Less