PUMPKIN SPICE TORTE

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Instead of pumpkin pie, why not try this pretty dessert for Thanksgiving? The maple frosting nicely complements the pumpkin spice cake layers. -Kathy Michel, Dubuque, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups canned pumpkin
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
11 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 teaspoons maple flavoring
10 to 12 walnut halves, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, pumpkin and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, salt, ginger and cloves; add to pumpkin mixture alternately with buttermilk beating well after each addition. , Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar and enough maple flavoring to achieve spreading consistency. Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup frosting. Repeat with remaining layers and frosting. Garnish with walnuts. Store in the refrigerator.

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Patricia Hall
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This torte was very easy to make and it turned out beautifully. I was worried that it would be too dry, but it was actually very moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Xabiibo Xarbi
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I had some trouble getting the torte to rise properly. I think I may have overmixed the batter. Otherwise, the flavor was great.


Lord_ofthe_Trons
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This torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the frosting.


Jasmine Dara
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin spice, but this torte was surprisingly delicious. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


Awais Shams
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This torte is a bit of work to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavor is amazing and the presentation is beautiful.


Donavan McKenzie
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I've made this torte several times and it's always a hit! It's the perfect fall dessert, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Milly Milanda
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This torte was a disappointment. The flavor was bland and the texture was dry. I would not recommend this recipe.


Md Al Shakib
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I loved the flavor of this torte, but I found it to be a bit too dense. I think I would try using a different type of flour next time, perhaps a cake flour.


Sobuj Hosan
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This torte was very easy to make and it turned out beautifully. I was worried that it would be too dry, but it was actually very moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mojafor Hosain Khan
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I had some trouble getting the torte to rise properly. I think I may have overmixed the batter. Otherwise, the flavor was great.


Steve Carey
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This torte was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the frosting next time.


Don Cornell
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe (I used almond flour instead of all-purpose flour and maple syrup instead of sugar) and it turned out great! The torte was still moist and flavorful, and the frosting was just as delicious.


Obada Sabouni
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I followed the recipe exactly and the torte turned out beautifully. It was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was well worth the effort. I will definitely be making this again.


Emmu Million
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This was the perfect fall dessert. The pumpkin spice flavor was warm and inviting, and the cake was moist and fluffy. The frosting was also delicious and added a nice finishing touch.


Osada
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I made this torte for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Saad Bhii
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin spice, but this torte changed my mind. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was divine. I highly recommend this recipe!


ROSSANNA GRANT
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This pumpkin spice torte was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! Everyone loved the moist, flavorful cake and the creamy, decadent frosting. I will definitely be making this again next year.