Description
Discover the magic of fall with this Pumpkin Magic Custard Cake! This creamy, three-layered dessert features a soft, custardy center surrounded by a cake-like top and bottom. Perfectly spiced with pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon, this cake is ideal for any pumpkin lover. Enjoy this delightful treat as a warm dessert or a chilled slice!
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups whole milk, lukewarm
4 large eggs, separated
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the powdered sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and light.
- Stir in the melted butter, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the flour, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon to the mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Gradually pour in the lukewarm milk while continuously whisking to avoid lumps.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the pumpkin batter, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is just set.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure the egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks before folding them into the batter.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9 squares
- Calories: 240 kcal per serving
Keywords: Pumpkin Magic Custard Cake, Pumpkin Custard Cake, Fall Dessert Recipes, Pumpkin Dessert, Easy Pumpkin Cake, Custard Cake Recipe