Pumpkin Walnut Cake

Indulge in the warm, autumnal flavors of this Pumpkin Walnut Cake, a moist and aromatic treat perfect for cozy gatherings or holiday celebrations. Packed with real pumpkin puree, a hint of unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness, and a medley of warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this cake brings the essence of fall to your table. The addition of crunchy chopped walnuts adds a delightful texture, making every bite irresistible. With minimal prep time and a simple one-bowl mixing method, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Serve it plain for a rustic touch, dust with powdered sugar, or elevate it with a luscious cream cheese frosting for an extra layer of decadence. Whether as an afternoon snack or a showstopping dessert, this Pumpkin Walnut Cake will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cups pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cups walnuts, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender cake.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts evenly into the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve as is, or dust with powdered sugar or top with cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1422.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4547.1

Total Fat 208.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 562.9mg	0%
Sodium 3615.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 644.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 425.7g
Protein 66.8g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 384.0mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 1717.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 54.6%