Pumpkin Upside-Down Cake Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
🥧 Servings: 24
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with this scrumptious Pumpkin Upside-Down Cake recipe. Perfect for potlucks, winter gatherings, Thanksgiving feasts, or even cozy weeknight desserts, this cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With the warm aroma of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg combined with the rich taste of pumpkin, every bite is a blissful treat that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 box yellow cake mix
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Pour the pumpkin mixture into an ungreased 13×9 baking dish, spreading it evenly.
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Add Cake Mix:
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the pumpkin mixture in the baking dish.
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Drizzle with Butter:
- Evenly drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix layer.
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Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
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Add Nuts (Optional):
- After 30 minutes, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the partially baked cake, if desired.
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Continue Baking:
- Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Serve:
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the delightful flavors of this Pumpkin Upside-Down Cake!
This cake is a fantastic addition to any dessert spread, and its rich pumpkin flavor paired with the comforting spices makes it a seasonal favorite. Whether you’re hosting a large gathering or simply craving a cozy treat, this recipe is sure to become a beloved tradition in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to delight your taste buds with this irresistible Pumpkin Upside-Down Cake!
