Pumpkin Tea Cakes Recipe
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Description: Enjoy the warm flavors of autumn with these delightful Pumpkin Tea Cakes. Perfect for sharing during cozy gatherings or as a sweet treat for yourself, these moist and flavorful cakes are sure to become a seasonal favorite. Made with aromatic spices and wholesome ingredients, they’re quick and easy to prepare, making them ideal for busy days when you crave a homemade indulgence.
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Vegetable, Canadian, European, Kid Friendly, Spicy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Sweet, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Calories per Serving: 61
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Fat: 3.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 28.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.5g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 5.1g
- Protein: 0.7g
Servings: 42 tea cakes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Egg | 1 |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Canned pumpkin | 3/4 cup |
| Fresh pumpkin | 1/2 cup |
| Water | 1/4 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 3/4 cup |
| Baking soda | 1/2 tsp |
| Baking powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Salt | 1/8 tsp |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 tsp |
| Ground cloves | 1/4 tsp |
| Ground nutmeg | 1/4 tsp |
| Pecans | 1/2 cup |
| Pitted dates | 1/2 cup |
| Pecan halves | 42 |
| Walnut halves | 42 |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Line 42 miniature muffin cups with 1 1/2 inch bon bon papers or small baking cups.
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In a medium bowl, combine oil, egg, sugar, pumpkin, and water.
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Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Blend well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Stir in chopped pecans and dates until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Spoon the batter into the prepared paper baking cups, filling them almost full.
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Top each cake with a pecan or walnut half for added flavor and presentation.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Remove the tea cakes from the muffin cups and cool them on wire racks before serving.
Enjoy Your Pumpkin Tea Cakes!
These Pumpkin Tea Cakes are best enjoyed warm with a cup of your favorite tea or coffee. The blend of seasonal spices and rich pumpkin flavor makes them a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering or simply craving a taste of autumn, these moist and tender cakes are sure to impress. Share them with friends and family or savor them as a cozy indulgence during quiet moments at home. Happy baking! 🎃🍰☕
