Best 7 Easy Pumpkin Torte Recipes

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Welcome to the world of delectable desserts, where flavors dance and textures harmonize. If you're seeking an easy-to-make yet impressive treat that captures the essence of fall, look no further than the classic pumpkin torte. This autumnal delight offers a symphony of flavors, with a velvety smooth pumpkin filling nestled in a crispy and flaky crust. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this step-by-step guide will lead you through the art of creating this culinary masterpiece, ensuring a delightful dessert that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY PUMPKIN CREAM TRIFLE



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I won 3rd place in a cook-off with this very easy holiday recipe.

Provided by Stacey Lynch

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 3h10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (18.25 ounce) package spice cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
1 cup pumpkin puree
½ cup water
½ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 cups cold milk
2 (3.4 ounce) packages cheesecake flavor instant pudding and pie filling
2 cups whipped topping
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
1 cup English toffee bits

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Combine the cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, pumpkin, water, oil, eggs, and pie spice in a large mixing bowl; pour into the prepared dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature on a wire rack. Cut the cake into 1-inch cubes.
  • Whisk together the milk and cheesecake pudding mix. Allow to set, about 2 minutes. Fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture.
  • Layer 1/3 of the cake cubes into the bottom of a large bowl; top with 1/3 of the cream mixture and sprinkle with 1/3 of the pecans and toffee bit. Repeat layering until all ingredients are uses. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 39.7 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 423.1 mg, Sugar 23.4 g

PUMPKIN TORTE II



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This pumpkin dessert has a graham cracker crust and cream cheese and pumpkin layers. It's finished with whipped topping and walnuts.

Provided by Karie

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 5h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup margarine, melted
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 eggs, beaten
¾ cup white sugar
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
3 eggs, separated
½ cup milk
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 (.25 ounce) packages unflavored gelatin
¼ cup cold water
¼ cup boiling water
½ cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
3 tablespoons ground walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and margarine. Evenly press into prepared pan to form a crust.
  • Blend together the cream cheese, eggs and sugar; evenly spread over crust and bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Set aside to cool.
  • In a 2 quart saucepan, combine the pumpkin, egg yolks, milk, 3/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Set aside to cool.
  • Combine gelatin and cold water in a small bowl and allow to soften for 5 minutes. Mix in boiling water to dissolve. Stir into the pumpkin mixture.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until frothy. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar; beat until stiff. Fold into pumpkin mixture and pour over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours, and cut into squares. Top with whipped topping and sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 582.1 mg, Sugar 44 g

POTLUCK PUMPKIN TORTE



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A local newspaper featured this potluck-friendly recipe years ago. A creamy alternative to pumpkin pie, it quickly became one of my favorites. -Peggy Shea, Lowell, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-2/3 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
CREAM CHEESE FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
PUMPKIN FILLING:
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
1 can (30 ounces) pumpkin pie filling
1 can (5-1/2 ounces) evaporated milk
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Bake until center is almost set, 25-30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. In a large saucepan, combine pie filling and evaporated milk. Bring to a boil. Add gelatin; stir until dissolved. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into the eggs. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly., Cook and stir over low heat until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Cool for 10 minutes. Spread over cream cheese layer. Spread whipped topping over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PUMPKIN TORTE



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This beautiful layered cake has a creamy filling with a mild pumpkin flavor and a little spice. It's quick and always turns out so well. The nuts and caramel topping add a nice finishing touch. -Trixie Fisher, Piqua, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin, divided
4 large eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, divided
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
Pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., Combine cake mix, 1 cup pumpkin, eggs, milk, oil and 1 teaspoon pie spice; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Transfer to prepared pans. , Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks; cool completely., Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in confectioners' sugar and the remaining pumpkin and pie spice until smooth. Fold in whipped topping., Using a long serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally in half. Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with a fourth of the filling. Repeat 3 times. Drizzle with caramel topping; sprinkle with pecans. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 24g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PUMPKIN TORTE



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This is a traditional Thanksgiving recipe from my boyfriend's family. It is lighter and fluffier than pumpkin pie, and now I make it for our family every year. Be very careful pressing down the graham cracker crust, or it will come out much too hard; in fact you might not want to at all.

Provided by Mari6355

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 large torte, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers (, about 12 long crackers)
1/3 cup granulated white sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups pumpkin (canned)
3 egg yolks
1/3 cup granulated white sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/4 cup granulated white sugar
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
3 egg whites

Steps:

  • Mix crust ingredients until moist, and press*very* gently and evenly into bottom of 9"x13" cake pan.
  • Blend'cream cheese mix' ingredients until smooth and free of lumps; I find it easiest to cream the cheese& sugar together, then gradually add the egg.
  • Pour over crust, then bake 20 minutes at 350 degrees Farenheit.
  • Cool to room temp.
  • Combine all'pumpkin mix' ingredients except last three (egg whites, gelatin and 1/4 cup sugar); cook on stovetop until thickened.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Dissolve gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water; add to pumpkin mixture.
  • Cool to room temperature.
  • Whip the egg whites, gradually adding 1/4 cup sugar, until stiff.
  • Gently fold into pumpkin mixture.
  • Fill cake pan with pumpkin mixture; chill and serve with whipped cream.

EASY PUMPKIN PIE CAKE



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This pumpkin pie cake combines traditional pumpkin pie with a buttery, crispy topping made from yellow cake mix.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Whipped cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger, cloves, pumpkin and evaporated milk with whisk until well combined. Pour into pan.
  • In medium bowl, mix cake mix and melted butter until well combined (mixture will be lumpy). Stir in chopped pecans. Sprinkle mixture evenly on top of pumpkin mixture in pan.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until center is set and edges are golden brown. Cool 30 minutes before serving. If desired, refrigerate until cold. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows to serve. Top with whipped cream just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

PUMPKIN TORTE



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If you like pumpkin Pie, you will love this dessert. Enjoy...it's so good!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 20

CRUST
1 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
1/3 c sugar
1/2 c walnuts - chopped fine
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/3 c (5 tablespoons) butter - melted
CREAM CHEESE FILLING
12 oz cream cheese - softened
1 c sugar
3 eggs
PUMPKIN FILLING
15 oz (1 can) solid packed pumpkin
3 eggs, seperated
3/4 c sugar, divided
1/2 c milk
2 Tbsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 c cold water
1 - 8 oz tub, cool whip - or make your own

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: In a medium bowl, mix the crumbs, walnuts, sugar and cinnamon together. Stir in melted butter until all is moistened. Press into an ungreased 13x9 baking dish.
  • 2. Cream cheese filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Beat in a sugar and eggs until fluffy. Pour over the crust and bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until set. Allow to cool.
  • 3. PUMPKIN PIE FILLING: In a large saucepan, combine the pumpkin, egg yolks, 1/2 cup of sugar, milk, cinnamon and salt. Cook and stir over low heat 10-12 minutes or until mixture thickens. Remove from heat. In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water, let stand for 1 minute. Over low heat, stir the gelatin until it is dissolved completely. Stir in the pumpkin mixture, allow to cool. Beat the egg whites, with the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar until stiff peaks form. May not get real stiff but will become thick and glossy. Fold into the pumpkin mixture. Pour pumpkin mixture over the cream cheese layer. Top with a layer of whipped cream topping. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until completely set.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Always prepare and measure all your ingredients before starting to cook. This will ensure that you have everything you need and that your cooking process is smooth and efficient.
  • Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your final dish. Whenever possible, use fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overmix Your Batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix your batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake Your Cake in a Water Bath: This will help to keep the cake moist and prevent it from cracking or sinking.
  • Let Your Cake Cool Completely Before Serving: This will allow the cake to set properly and develop its full flavor.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin torte is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich pumpkin flavor, creamy texture, and beautiful presentation, this cake is sure to impress your guests. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, I encourage you to give this recipe a try. With a little patience and care, you can create a stunning cake that will be the star of any dessert table.

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