BUTTERNUT CAKE

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This recipe has been in our family for years. It's always included on holiday menus. Preparing the cake is a family project-the men crack the shells, and the children help pick out the nut meats.-Betty Zeltwanger, Canisteo, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup chopped butternuts or walnuts
Frosting of your choice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in nuts. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Frost cooled cake.

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Albert Keebler
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This cake is a must-try for anyone who loves butternut squash. It's moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.


HR Life
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I've never had butternut cake before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's absolutely delicious!


Ghina Shammout
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This cake is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I love the way the butternut squash and spices complement each other.


Bertin Passah
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Isaac Lisenda Senda Bois
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This cake is delicious! I love the moist texture and the sweet, nutty flavor.


Samim Hosen
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Lilly Smith
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Paul Anderson
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint!


Sabi Moktan
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This cake is perfect for fall. It's warm, comforting, and delicious.


Nakiranda Robina
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover butternut squash.


Amber Bookout
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I love the way this cake combines the sweetness of butternut squash with the warmth of spices.


System The One
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This is the best butternut cake I've ever had! The recipe is easy to follow and the cake turns out perfect every time.


2much JTG
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash, but this cake changed my mind. It's so good!


Maaz Abdullah
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I made this cake for my Thanksgiving dessert and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Promise Mashianoke
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of butternut squash and spices.


Fraser Cameron
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I've never worked with butternut squash before, but this recipe made it easy. The cake turned out perfectly and tasted delicious.


E Spence Chisholm
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This butternut cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the moist texture and the sweet, nutty flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.