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Whole loaf of vintage pumpkin spice cake cooling on a wire rack with a linen napkin

Pumpkin Spice Cake

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  • Author: Teresa Flagler
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 mins
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10 servings)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This tender and fragrant pumpkin spice loaf captures the essence of autumn with its warm blend of cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Perfectly moist thanks to the pumpkin puree and plumped raisins, it is a timeless heritage recipe that offers a comforting slice of home in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 15 ounces 100% pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup dark or golden raisins
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup avocado or vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Place raisins in a small bowl and cover with hot water; let soak to plump while preparing the batter.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth and glossy.
  3. Stir the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract into the wet mixture until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  5. Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
  6. Drain the raisins and pat them dry with a paper towel, then gently fold the raisins and chopped walnuts into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake at 325°F (165°C) for approximately 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To ensure the most tender crumb, bring your eggs to room temperature before starting the recipe. If you prefer a more decorative finish, a simple dusting of powdered sugar over the cooled loaf adds a beautiful touch without overpowering the spices.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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