Pumpkin Pound Cake with Buttermilk Glaze

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Pumpkin Pound Cake with Buttermilk Glaze
45 min.
16
275kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fall, look no further than this Pumpkin Pound Cake with Buttermilk Glaze. This scrumptious treat combines the warm, rich flavors of pumpkin and aromatic pumpkin pie spice, creating a deliciously moist cake that's sure to impress your family and friends. With its beautiful golden hue and decadent glaze, it’s as visually appealing as it is tasty!

This vegetarian-friendly recipe is easy to whip up in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, potlucks, or simply a cozy family dessert after a hearty meal. Each slice contains a comforting combination of sweet and hearty flavors, with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, making it the perfect accompaniment to a warm cup of tea or coffee.

The buttermilk glaze adds a luscious finish that enhances the cake's delightful texture, providing a perfect balance between sweetness and tang. Plus, with 16 servings, there's plenty to go around, ensuring everyone can savor this seasonal favorite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this Pumpkin Pound Cake is sure to become a beloved recipe in your collection. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake something truly special that will warm hearts and homes alike!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.1 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 15 ounce pumpkin canned
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar dark packed
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup buttermilk fat-free
  • 0.8 cup buttermilk fat-free
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  • 13.5 ounces flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • blender
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. To prepare the cake, lightly coat a 10-inch tube pan with cooking spray; dust with 1 tablespoon flour.
  3. Spread pumpkin over 2 layers of paper towels; cover with 2 additional layers of paper towels.
  4. Let stand about 10 minutes. Scrape drained pumpkin into a bowl.
  5. Place 3/4 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup butter in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed 3 minutes or until well blended.
  6. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in pumpkin and vanilla. Lightly spoon 3 cups flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife.
  7. Combine flour and next 4 ingredients (through salt) in a bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
  8. Add flour mixture and 3/4 cup buttermilk alternately to sugar mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
  9. Spoon batter into prepared pan.
  10. Bake at 350 for 55 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes on a wire rack.
  11. Remove from pan, and cool completely on wire rack.
  12. To prepare glaze, combine 1/3 cup buttermilk and remaining ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly; remove from heat.
  13. Drizzle cake with glaze.

Nutrition Facts

Calories275kcal
Protein7.32%
Fat28.29%
Carbs64.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.14
Glycemic Load
22.26
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.9108696191207%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:274.94kcal
13.75%
Fat:8.74g
13.44%
Saturated Fat:5.03g
31.41%
Carbohydrates:44.75g
14.92%
Net Carbohydrates:43.29g
15.74%
Sugar:24.32g
27.02%
Cholesterol:65.83mg
21.94%
Sodium:236.25mg
10.27%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:5.09g
10.17%
Vitamin A:4425.28IU
88.51%
Selenium:12.52µg
17.89%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.57%
Folate:54.11µg
13.53%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.36%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.64%
Iron:1.87mg
10.38%
Vitamin B3:1.57mg
7.84%
Phosphorus:68.67mg
6.87%
Fiber:1.46g
5.84%
Vitamin K:5.04µg
4.8%
Calcium:46.5mg
4.65%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.28%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.24%
Copper:0.08mg
3.98%
Magnesium:14.45mg
3.61%
Potassium:115.87mg
3.31%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.63%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.61%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.1%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.67%
Vitamin C:1.35mg
1.64%
Source:My Recipes