BUTTERNUT SQUASH NUT CAKE
This cake is my favorite to bake because it brings back warm memories of a dear friend who gave me the recipe. And since it's my husband's favorite to eat, I make it often. It's usually my first choice when I'm asked to bring a dish for potlucks, and it's always a hit.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 16-18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition Beat in squash. (Mixture will appear curdled.) Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and cloves; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Stir in pecans. , Pour batter into a greased and floured 10-in. tube pan. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until cake tests done. Cool in pan about 45 minutes. , Remove from pan and cool on wire rack. For frosting, combine the brown sugar, butter and cream in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , Transfer to a large bowl; cool to lukewarm. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until frosting reaches spreading consistency. Frost cake.
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cookie monster gatcha
[email protected]This is the best butternut squash cake I've ever had. It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!
Nosy Minoush
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake turned out dry and crumbly. Maybe I didn't use enough oil?
Nicholas Rupp
[email protected]This cake is a keeper. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Rana Shamshad Rana shamshad
[email protected]I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes. Everyone loved it!
Vukani Ngcobo
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe it's made with butternut squash!
Mireya Taylor
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this cake. It's a great way to change up your usual dessert routine.
Mohomed Jehard
[email protected]This cake is a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor is good.
Farhad Shiravi
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.
Ijaz Haider
[email protected]This cake is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll never guess that there's butternut squash in it!
Shabo Baz
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but I actually really enjoyed this cake. The flavors are well-balanced and it's not too sweet.
Abdulmalik Koire
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
the queen's
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Razaq Baba
[email protected]This is my new favorite fall cake recipe! It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.
Jithu Nepali
[email protected]This cake was a total flop. It was dry, dense, and flavorless. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Kristin Dahms
[email protected]I thought the cake was delicious! The frosting was a bit too sweet for me, but that's just personal preference.
gxdamn jah
[email protected]The cake was a little too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.
GEMVAMPIRE1 Irving
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a healthier alternative to traditional cakes, since it's made with whole wheat flour and less sugar.
khudhaifa Karama
[email protected]I've never baked with butternut squash before, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The cake was dense and moist, with a slightly sweet flavor.
Amna Waseem
[email protected]This butternut squash nut cake was a hit at our Thanksgiving gathering. It was moist, flavorful, and had a beautiful presentation. The combination of butternut squash, nuts, and spices was perfect.