Best 8 Butternut Squash Cakes Recipes

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Butternut squash cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with a combination of mashed butternut squash, flour, eggs, and spices, and can be cooked in a variety of ways, including pan-frying, baking, and grilling. Whether you are looking for a hearty and satisfying meal or a light and flavorful snack, butternut squash cakes are sure to please.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CAKE



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Similar in flavor and texture to pumpkin, butternut squash works well in this moist cake, studded with nuts.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 cups shredded peeled butternut squash (1 small)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 to 4 tablespoons milk
1 1/2 teaspoons maple flavor
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat 3/4 cup butter and the granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs until fluffy. Beat in baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add flour alternately with buttermilk, scraping side of bowl. Beat 1 minute. Stir in squash and 1/2 cup walnuts. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  • In medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter and the cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and the maple flavor. Beat until smooth and creamy, adding additional milk if needed. Frost cake. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup walnuts. Cover and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 53 g, TransFat 1/2 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CAKES



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Whether you're eating gluten-free or not, this is just a really nice, and very easy, winter dish.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup diced onion
2 cups grated butternut squash, packed
1 teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup garbanzo-fava bean flour (such as Bob's Red Mill®)
3 tablespoons corn flour (such as Bob's Red Mill®)
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup sour cream for garnish
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook and stir until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Place butternut squash in a large bowl, and season with curry powder, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss with a fork, then stir in the egg, garbanzo-fava bean flour, and corn flour. Mix in cooled onions.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the butternut squash mixture into the pan. Flatten to a patty about 1/4-inch thick. Pan fry until crisp and browned, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining squash mixture.
  • Top with sour cream and pumpkin seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 52.8 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 251.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH PUDDING CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h50m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

3 cups 1-inch diced peeled and seeded butternut squash
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
8 large eggs, separated, plus 2 egg yolks
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Pinch of kosher salt
1 1/8 cups cake flour
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 cups pecan halves, toasted and crushed
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons spiced rum
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
3 cinnamon sticks
1/2 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 1/2 cups milk
7 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch of kosher salt.
8 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
6 large egg whites
4 marshmallows, melted in a microwave
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Cape gooseberries and chopped pecans, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Special equipment: a candy thermometer, an 8-inch ring mold and a kitchen torch
  • For the squash: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Toss the butternut squash with the sugar and cinnamon in a large bowl. Spread out the squash on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with more foil and secure the edges. Roast until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil from the top and continue to roast until slightly golden, about 10 more minutes. Let cool and then puree in a food processor and set aside.
  • For the pecan jaconde: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip the egg whites until frothy. Slowly add the granulated sugar and salt and whip until stiff peaks form. Add the egg yolks slowly and continue whipping until combined, about 2 minutes.
  • Sift in the flour in 3 stages, folding carefully to prevent deflating and making sure there are no lumps. Fold in the melted butter.
  • Spread on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with the pecans. Bake until golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Allow to cool and cut into two 8-inch circles. Tip: leftovers can be use in a trifle
  • For the pecan rum cake syrup: Bring the granulated sugar, pecans and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Boil for three minute or so to release the pecan oils. Remove from the heat and add the rum. Use warm to moisten the sponge while assembling the cake
  • For the butternut squash pudding: In a pot, bring the sugar, cream, condensed milk, cinnamon sticks, pumpkin pie spice and 1 cup of the milk to a boil.. In a medium bowl, mix the cornstarch with the egg yolks and remaining 1/2 cup milk.
  • Remove the cinnamon sticks carefully from the milk mixture and temper the cornstarch mixture with it, whisking the hot mixture by the ladleful into the cornstarch mixture. Return the tempered mixture to the pot and add 2 cups of the squash puree (reserve the remaining puree for another use). Cook on medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the vanilla and butter and mix until incorporated.
  • For the marshmallow meringue: In a small pot, bring the granulated sugar and 6 tablespoons water to a boil. Cook to 240 degrees F or the soft ball stage. Once the syrup has reached 210 degrees F, start whipping the egg whites. As soon as the syrup reaches 240 degrees F, add the syrup to the egg whites while whipping. Add the melted marshmallow and pumpkin pie spice and whip until cooled, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To assemble the cake: Use an 8-inch ring mold. Place a layer of pecan joconde sponge on the bottom and drench with half the syrup. Cover with a layer of the warm pudding as thick as the cake. Repeat with another layer of cake and pudding. Allow to cool in the refrigerator until the pudding sets, about 20 minutes. Once cooled, remove from the ring and decorate with the marshmallow meringue all around the cake. Torch the outside of the cake gently to create a brulee look. Decorate with cape gooseberries and chopped pecans, if using.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH LAYER CAKE



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The recipe for this lovely tall cake with its yummy old-fashioned frosting has been in our family for as long as I can remember.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 cup mashed cooked butternut squash
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
3 cups cake flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup milk
1 cup chopped walnuts
BROWN SUGAR FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
3 eggs whites
6 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in squash and maple flavoring. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in walnuts. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For frosting, in a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, egg whites, water, cream of tartar and salt. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 8-10 minutes., Pour into the bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer; add vanilla. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CUPCAKES



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Here's a great way to use some leftover squash-sneak it into these moist and delicious cupcakes, and your family will never know the difference!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1 cup mashed cooked butternut squash
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans
6 cups powdered sugar
2/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
3 teaspoons vanilla
1 tablespoon rum or 1 teaspoon rum extract plus 2 teaspoons milk
4 to 5 tablespoons milk
Chopped dried cranberries, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups, grease bottoms and sides of muffin cups with shortening and lightly flour, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  • In medium bowl, mix flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat 1 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed 30 seconds. Gradually add granulated sugar, about 1/4 cup at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping bowl occasionally. Beat 2 minutes longer. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in squash and 2 teaspoons vanilla. On low speed, alternately add flour mixture, about one-third at a time, and 1/2 cup milk, about half at a time, beating just until blended. Stir in 1/2 cup cranberries and the pecans.
  • Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each with about 3 tablespoons batter or until about two-thirds full.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Remove cupcakes from pans; place on cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar and 2/3 cup butter with electric mixer on low speed. Stir in 3 teaspoons vanilla, the rum and 3 tablespoons milk. Gradually beat in enough remaining milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, to make frosting smooth and spreadable. Frost cupcakes; garnish with chopped cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 42 g, TransFat 1/2 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH BUNDT CAKE



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A very good year in my garden for butternut squash. I've been looking for ways to use them up. I altered a sweet potato recipe and this came out delicious.

Provided by cookn4mytwins

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
2 1/2 cups butternut squash (cooked and mashed)
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray a 12-cup bundt pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.
  • Beat the butter and sugar until creamy.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Add the vanilla.
  • Add the flour mixture alternately with the squash. Mix until well blended.
  • Pour into the prepared bundt pan.
  • Bake for 60 minutes. Stick a toothpick in the middle of the cake to see if it comes out clean. If not, bake for 5 more minutes.
  • Repeat if necessary.
  • Remove pan from oven and place on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes. Remove cake from pan and let cool on rack.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CAKE



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Make and share this Butternut Squash Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jamie Lynne

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups oil
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
4 eggs
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
3 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 cups cooked squash
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix first 4 ingredients and beat well, then add sifted ingredients.
  • Add squash.
  • Fold in chopped nuts.
  • Bake in greased tube pan at 350 degrees for about 1 hour or until done.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH CAKE ROLL



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Elizabeth Nelson of Manning, North Dakota is sweet on squash! Her pretty dessert is perfect for an autumn special occasion.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large eggs
1 cup sugar
2/3 cup mashed cooked butternut squash
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
Confectioners' sugar
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line bottom of a 15x10x1-in. pan with parchment., In a large bowl, beat eggs on high speed 3 minutes. Gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until thick and lemon colored, about 2 minutes. Stir in squash. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and cinnamon; fold into squash mixture. Transfer to prepared pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle with walnuts., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 13-15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. , Invert onto a tea towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off parchment. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a bowl, beat first four filling ingredients until smooth. Unroll cake; spread filling over cake to within 1 in. of edges. Roll up again, without towel; trim ends. Place on a platter; seam side down. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour. If desired, dust with additional confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use pre-cut butternut squash, available in most grocery stores.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can make the cakes tough.
  • To ensure even cooking, make sure the cakes are all the same size.
  • Serve the cakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, butter, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Butternut squash cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a great way to use up leftover butternut squash, and they can also be made ahead of time and frozen for later. With their sweet and savory flavor, butternut squash cakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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