GRANDMA'S HEAVENLY TORTE

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A purchased pound cake is split into 3 layers, then filled and frosted all over with a sweetened mixture of cream cheese, pumpkin, orange, spice and whipped cream.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Puddings

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 c sifted powdered sugar, divided
1/2 c solid canned pumpkin
1/4 tsp each of cinnamon,nutmeg and ginger
1 tsp grated orange rind
3/4 c whipping cream
1 store bought pound cake
orange peel slivers for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl combine the cream cheese and 1 cup of the powdered sugar, mixing until well blended. Stir in pumpkin, spices and grated orange rind. In another bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form; gradually add remaining powdered sugar, beating stiff. Fold into pumpkin mixture. Split pound cake horizontally into 3 layers. Spread each layer with some of the pumpkin mixture, then stack. Frost sides with pumpkin mixture. Sprinkle orange slivers on top and refrigerate at least one hour before slicing to serve.

Jabouin Lara
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This torte is a must-try! It's so good, you'll want to eat the whole thing in one sitting.


Atik Khondokar
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This is the best torte I've ever had! The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and flavorful.


Acho Jaan
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I'm not much of a baker, but this torte was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making this again.


Roman Zakir
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This torte is a definite winner! It's delicious and looks so impressive.


Huzaima Huzaima
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This torte is easy to make and always turns out great. I love that I can make it ahead of time.


Paul Mendle
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I've made this torte several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Avinash Tamang
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I love this torte! It's so light and fluffy, and the filling is to die for.


Laide Fowosere
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This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are stunning.


Tahseen Saqib
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I made this torte for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.


MST ASHA BEGUM
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This torte is a keeper! The combination of textures and flavors is perfect.


FARUQ UMAR SULAIMAN
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So easy to make and so delicious! I love that I can use my favorite fruit preserves in the filling.


Khaanbahi K
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This torte was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the rich, creamy filling and the delicate crust. I will definitely be making this again.