Best 6 Summer Squash Pound Cake Recipes

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Summer squash pound cake is a unique and delicious twist on the classic pound cake. This flavorful cake is made with grated summer squash, which adds moisture and a slight sweetness. The cake is also packed with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and it has a tender crumb that makes it perfect for summer gatherings. Whether you're looking for a unique dessert to share with friends or a special treat for yourself, summer squash pound cake is sure to please.

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SUMMER SQUASH CUPCAKES



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We added grated summer squash to Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake batter for light and airy cupcakes, topped with crushed almonds and vanilla frosting.

Provided by Sarah Caron

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small (7 to 8 inch) yellow summer squash, finely grated
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz)
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting
1 cup salted dry-roasted almonds, crushed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  • In large bowl, stir together summer squash, cake mix, water and oil with whisk until almost smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, making sure to include chocolate chips in each one.
  • Bake 20 to 24 minutes or until toothpick or cake tester inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove from muffin cups; cool completely on cooling racks, about 30 minutes.
  • Frost cooled cupcakes with frosting. Sprinkle crushed almonds over tops.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SQUASH CAKE



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

Provided by sheila

Categories     Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 ounce) can squash
4 eggs
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups oil
3 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup walnuts

Steps:

  • At low speed, beat the squash, eggs, sugar and oil.
  • In another bowl, beat flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda and baking powder.
  • Gradually mix together.
  • When mixed, add raisins and walnuts.
  • Put in tube pan.
  • Bake at 350°F degrees for 1 hour.

SUMMER SQUASH POUND CAKE



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This golden brown, tender pound cake is the perfect treat to make when you have an abundance of summer squash in your garden. It's not overly sweet, so it appeals to everyone. -Lisa Brockwell, Necedah, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
2 cups shredded yellow summer squash
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 teaspoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon juice and extract. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating after each addition just until combined. Stir in squash., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 50-55 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Combine glaze ingredients; pour over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SUMMER SQUASH BAKE



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Fresh zucchini and yellow squash team up to make the perfect base for this cheesy oven-baked side. Prep time is just 10 minutes, so you can soon get back to enjoying your summer evening.

Provided by Miracle Whip

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1 small yellow squash, thinly sliced
4 eggs
½ cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
⅓ cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Italian Style Five Cheese Blend
1 small onion, chopped
½ cup chopped green pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook zucchini and yellow squash in large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 5 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk eggs and dressing in large bowl until blended. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Add zucchini mixture and all remaining ingredients; mix lightly. Spoon into 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until center is set and edges are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 109.7 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 403.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

WINTER SQUASH SPICE BUNDT CAKE



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Make and share this Winter Squash Spice Bundt Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (1 1/2 lb) acorn squash
2 3/4 cups self-rising flour, divided
1 cup raisins
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup applesauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
vegetable oil cooking spray
powdered sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut squash in half; discard seeds and membrane. Place squash halves, cut sides down, in an 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Add water to a depth of 1/4 inch.
  • Bake at 375° for 35 to 45 minutes or until tender; cool slightly.
  • Scoop out and mash pulp; discard shells.
  • Toss together 1/4 cup flour and raisins. Set aside.
  • Combine remaining 2 1/2 cups flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves; set aside.
  • Combine squash pulp, sugar, and next 3 ingredients; stir in flour mixture until blended. Stir in raisins. Pour into a 12-cup Bundt pan coated with vegetable cooking spray.
  • Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pan, and cool completely. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 0.1, Sodium 291.5, Carbohydrate 48.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 24.2, Protein 3.7

AUNT MARIAN'S SUMMER SQUASH CUSTARD PIE



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Provided by Nancie McDermott

Categories     Vegetable     Bake     Fourth of July     Vegetarian     Squash     Zucchini     Summer     Family Reunion     Yellow Squash     Boil     Advance Prep Required

Yield Makes one 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 11

Pastry for a 9-inch single-crust pie, such as Barry Maiden's Butter/Shortening Piecrust
6 medium zucchini or yellow squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 eggs, beaten well
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon white vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a 9-inch pie pan with crust, then crimp the edges decoratively.
  • To prepare the zucchini, trim the ends and cut each squash lengthwise into quarters, turning each squash into four long strips. Cut away the pointed edge of each strip, removing and discarding the seeds. Line up the strips and cut each one crosswise into 1/2-inch chunks. You should have about 6 cups of chopped zucchini.
  • In a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, bring 3/4 cup water to a rolling boil. Add the chopped zucchini, cover, and cook until the zucchini is tender and bright green, softened, but still holding its shape without turning to mush, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain well.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, nutmeg, and salt. Stir with a fork to mix everything well. In a medium bowl, combine the cream, eggs, butter, vanilla, and vinegar. Using a whisk or a fork, stir to combine everything well. Add the sugar mixture and stir to dissolve the dry ingredients and mix everything together into a thick, smooth filling.
  • Transfer the zucchini back to the empty saucepan and mash it to make it as soft and smooth as possible. Drain off any extra liquid that the zucchini releases. Measure it out, so that you have about 2 1/2 cups. Fold the mashed, drained zucchini into the filling and stir to mix everything together well.
  • Pour the filling into the piecrust. Place the pie on the middle shelf of the oven. Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to 325 degrees F, and bake until the filling is firm and nicely browned, and a knife inserted in the center of the pie comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Place the pie on a cooling rack or a folded kitchen towel and let cool to room temperature. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  • Toasted nuts or dried fruits can be added for a crunchy texture and extra flavor.
  • 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 and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To prevent the cake from sticking to the pan, grease and flour the pan before pouring in the batter.
  • For a moist and tender cake, do not overmix the batter.
  • To test if the cake is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting or glazing.

Conclusion:

Summer squash pound cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its moist and tender texture, sweet and nutty flavor, and beautiful presentation, it's sure to be a hit at any gathering. So next time you have an abundance of summer squash, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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