Pumpkin Angel Food Cake with Ginger-Cream Filling

Health score
2%
Pumpkin Angel Food Cake with Ginger-Cream Filling
180 min.
12
309kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Angel Food Cake with Ginger-Cream Filling. This light and airy dessert is the perfect way to celebrate the season, combining the warm, comforting taste of pumpkin with the zesty kick of crystallized ginger. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.

What makes this recipe truly special is its unique texture. The angel food cake is fluffy and delicate, providing a wonderful contrast to the rich, creamy filling. The addition of pumpkin not only adds a beautiful color but also infuses the cake with a subtle sweetness and a hint of spice. Topped with a luscious ginger-cream filling, this dessert is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

With a preparation time of just three hours, you can easily whip up this show-stopping cake. It's a fantastic way to showcase seasonal ingredients and bring a touch of homemade charm to your dessert table. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds. This Pumpkin Angel Food Cake is not just a treat; it's a celebration of flavors that embodies the spirit of autumn!

Ingredients

  • box angel food cake mix white
  • 0.8 cup pumpkin pie filling/mix canned (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • tablespoons candied ginger finely chopped
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 
  • cup water cold
  • cups whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • cake form
  • spatula
  • funnel

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to lowest position; heat oven to 350F. In extra-large glass or metal bowl, beat all cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 1 minute.
  2. Pour into ungreased 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan.
  3. Bake 37 to 47 minutes or until crust is dark golden brown and cracks are dry. Immediately turn pan upside down onto heatproof funnel or glass bottle.
  4. Let hang about 2 hours or until cake is completely cool. Loosen cake from side of pan with knife or long metal spatula. Turn cake upside down onto serving plate.
  5. In chilled large bowl, beat whipping cream and powdered sugar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff. Fold in ginger.
  6. Cut cake horizontally in half to make 2 even layers.
  7. Spread half of the filling on bottom layer; replace top of cake.
  8. Spread remaining filling on top of cake.
  9. Sprinkle with additional pumpkin pie spice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories309kcal
Protein4.82%
Fat41.28%
Carbs53.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.25
Glycemic Load
0.34
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
5.9739130579907%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:308.79kcal
15.44%
Fat:14.48g
22.28%
Saturated Fat:9.17g
57.34%
Carbohydrates:42.55g
14.18%
Net Carbohydrates:40.91g
14.88%
Sugar:28.04g
31.15%
Cholesterol:44.82mg
14.94%
Sodium:357.55mg
15.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.81g
7.61%
Vitamin A:1984.04IU
39.68%
Phosphorus:158.79mg
15.88%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.72%
Calcium:92.6mg
9.26%
Selenium:6.38µg
9.12%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.28%
Fiber:1.64g
6.57%
Folate:24.55µg
6.14%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.23%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
3.95%
Copper:0.06mg
2.84%
Potassium:97.7mg
2.79%
Magnesium:10.3mg
2.58%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.47%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.27%
Iron:0.4mg
2.22%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.42%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.37%
Vitamin K:1.38µg
1.31%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.16%
Vitamin C:0.89mg
1.08%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.06%