PUMPKIN PECAN CAKE

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Packed with warm pumpkin flavor and spices, this lightened-up version of Shirley Dellinger's recipe baked up even taller than the original! But our Test Kitchen brought it in at just about half the fat, saturated fat and cholesterol-with 187 fewer calories per slice! That's a sweet success Shirley's family in Elwood, Indiana can savor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups canola oil
4 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the pumpkin, sugar, oil and eggs until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. Stir in pecans., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth. Frost cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532 calories, Fat 31g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 376mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Zama Mhlanga
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. I'll definitely be making it again.


Dorcas Odetayo
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This cake is perfect for fall. The pumpkin and pecan flavors are so warm and inviting. I love the cream cheese frosting too. It really takes the cake to the next level.


Rj tik tok Pakistan
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin desserts, but this cake was surprisingly good. The pumpkin flavor was subtle and the pecans added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sharon Gonzalez
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This is the best pumpkin pecan cake I've ever had! The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Mdlikhon Mdlikhon
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was a big hit. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and delicious.


Yaqoob Gujjar
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This cake is delicious! The pumpkin and pecan flavors are perfect together. I love the cream cheese frosting too. It's the perfect finishing touch.


margarett mosidi
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I love this cake! It's moist, flavorful, and the perfect fall dessert. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Kgothatso Mangoale
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake was easy to make and it turned out perfectly. The pumpkin and pecan flavors were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Latachia Brown
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. I'll definitely be making it again.


Jamil Hossin
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This cake is the perfect way to celebrate fall. The pumpkin and pecan flavors are so warm and inviting. I loved the cream cheese frosting too. It really took the cake to the next level.


Adeel Jabbar
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin desserts, but this cake was surprisingly delicious. The pumpkin flavor was subtle and the pecans added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rajesh Shrinivas
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This recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly. I loved the crunchy pecan topping. Definitely a keeper!


Abitab Yadav
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! The pumpkin and pecan flavors were a perfect combination. The cake was also very moist and fluffy.


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Wow, this pumpkin pecan cake was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! It was moist, flavorful, and the perfect fall dessert. I'll definitely be making it again next year.


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