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Pumpkin Magic Custard Cake

Pumpkin Magic Custard Cake Recipe

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If you’re searching for a dessert that will impress your guests, look no further than this Pumpkin Magic Custard Cake Recipe. This scrumptiously rich and creamy cake captures the essence of crustless pumpkin pie while being incredibly easy to prepare. With its layered custard and vibrant pumpkin flavor, this delightful dessert is perfect for Thanksgiving or any gathering where you want to shine without spending hours in the kitchen. Prepare it ahead of time, refrigerate overnight, and serve chilled for a refreshing treat that has the potential to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 eggs (yolks separated from whites)
  • Pinch of cream of tartar
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioner's sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
  2. Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  3. Warm the milk until lukewarm; set aside.
  4. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form; set aside.
  5. Melt butter and let it cool slightly.
  6. In a bowl, beat egg yolks with confectioner's sugar until pale and frothy. Add vanilla, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and cooled butter.
  7. Mix in flour until well combined, then add pumpkin puree and 1/4 cup warm milk to create a thick batter.
  8. Gradually mix in remaining milk until smooth.
  9. Gently fold in egg whites until just combined.
  10. Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 60-65 minutes until golden brown on top.
  11. Cool completely, ideally refrigerating overnight before serving.

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