Pumpkin Upside-down Cake with Cranberry Pecan Topping
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of the season with this Pumpkin Upside-down Cake adorned with a luscious Cranberry Pecan Topping, a recipe crafted to perfection for lovewithrecipes.com. This dessert is a harmonious blend of warm spices, sweet pumpkin, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a sweet treat to enjoy during the colder months, this cake is a true celebration of autumn’s bounty.
Recipe Category: Dessert 🍰
Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Kosher, Winter, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy 🍂🥧
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 361.2
- Fat Content: 16.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 50.5mg
- Sodium Content: 163.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 51.7g
- Fiber Content: 2.2g
- Sugar Content: 35.6g
- Protein Content: 3.8g
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | unsalted butter |
| 1 | brown sugar |
| 2 cups | cranberries |
| 1 cup | pecans |
| 2 | eggs |
| 1 1/2 cups | pumpkin puree |
| 3/4 cup | applesauce |
| 3 cups | all-purpose flour |
| 3 cups | granulated sugar |
| 1 1/2 tsp | baking powder |
| 1 tsp | cinnamon |
| 1/2 tsp | salt |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line the bottom of a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
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Prepare Topping: In a mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter and brown sugar, mixing until smooth. Pour this mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
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Add Cranberry Pecan Topping: Mix together the cranberries and pecans, then sprinkle them evenly over the brown sugar mixture in the pan. This will create a decadent and flavorful topping for your cake.
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Prepare Batter: In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until well-combined. Add in the pumpkin puree, applesauce, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
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Spread Batter: Carefully spread the prepared batter over the cranberry-pecan topping in the pan, ensuring an even distribution.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The aroma of warm spices will fill your kitchen as the cake bakes to perfection.
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Cool and Invert: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Afterward, run a knife around the edges of the cake to loosen it from the pan. Place a large plate or platter over the top of the cake, then carefully invert the pan to release the cake onto the plate.
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Serve: Peel off the parchment paper from the cake to reveal the beautiful cranberry pecan topping glistening on top. Slice the cake into generous portions and serve either warm or at room temperature.
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Enjoy: Indulge in each moist and flavorful bite of this Pumpkin Upside-down Cake with Cranberry Pecan Topping, savoring the combination of seasonal spices and autumnal ingredients that make this dessert a true delight. Whether enjoyed with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this cake is sure to become a favorite for gatherings, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a delicious treat.
