Best 2 Pumpkin Polenta Cake Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and unique cake recipe, then pumpkin polenta cake is the perfect choice for you. This moist and flavorful cake is made with a combination of pumpkin puree, polenta, and spices, giving it a rich and complex flavor. The polenta adds a slight nutty flavor and a slightly gritty texture that complements the sweetness of the pumpkin. The cake is also topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, which adds a delightful touch of sweetness and tanginess. Whether you're serving it as a dessert or a snack, pumpkin polenta cake is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN POLENTA CAKE



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The grainy texture of polenta and the marriage of flavours of pumpkin and sweet spices create a unique versatile loaf. Can also be made with cooked sweet potato or butternut squash instead of pumpkin. Serve warm or cold with savoury or sweet dishes.

Provided by SASHENKA

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups canned pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
2 eggs, lightly beaten
4 egg whites, lightly beaten
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
2 cups polenta or yellow cornmeal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • In a blender or food processor, blend pumpkin, butter, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in the brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Blend until smooth, and transfer to a medium bowl.
  • Mix yogurt and polenta into the pumpkin mixture. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.5 g, Cholesterol 52.7 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 867 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

PUMPKIN POLENTA CAKE



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Make and share this Pumpkin Polenta Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1 cup medium polenta (cornmeal)
1/3 cup milk

Steps:

  • Adjust rack to lower third of oven; preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 10-inch angel food tube pan. For best results, have all ingredients at room temperature.
  • Sift together the flour, spices, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside. Using an electric mixer, preferably with a paddle attachment, beat the butter at medium speed until creamy and smooth. Add the brown and granulated sugars; beat until light. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Reduce mixer speed to low; add the pumpkin puree and polenta. Add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture alternately with the milk, ending with the dry ingredients, and stir just until well blended. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
  • Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out free of raw batter. Remove the pan from the oven and place on a wire rack. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Invert the cake onto the wire rack; remove the cake pan. Let the cake cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.7, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 113.4, Sodium 244.3, Carbohydrate 77.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 42.3, Protein 6.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh pumpkin puree. Fresh pumpkin puree has a more intense flavor than canned puree, and it will make your cake more moist. To make fresh pumpkin puree, simply roast a pumpkin in the oven until it is soft, then scoop out the flesh and puree it in a food processor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking the cake will make it dry.
  • Serve the cake warm with whipped cream or ice cream. This will help to enhance the flavors of the cake.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin polenta cake is a delicious and moist cake that is perfect for fall. It is easy to make and can be served warm or cold. The cake is made with fresh pumpkin puree, polenta, and spices. It has a slightly sweet flavor and a dense, crumbly texture. Pumpkin polenta cake is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree, and it is also a festive treat for Halloween or Thanksgiving.

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