Simplified Pumpkin Magic Cake (Printable)

Light pumpkin custard dessert with a spongy top, ideal for fall celebrations or cozy moments.

# Ingredient List:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup whole milk
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
03 - 3 large eggs, room temperature
04 - 1 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Optional Topping

12 - Powdered sugar, for dusting
13 - Whipped cream, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a similar-sized pan.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, pumpkin purée, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
04 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, whisking until just combined. The batter will be quite liquid, which is expected.
05 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until the center is mostly set but slightly wobbly.
06 - Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set before slicing.
07 - Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make
  • Perfect for fall seasons
02 -
  • For a gluten-free version use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • Add a pinch of cloves or allspice for extra autumn spice
03 -
  • Be sure not to overmix the batter to maintain the cake's unique texture
  • Refrigerate the cake well before slicing for clean cuts
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