This holiday season, delight in a gluten-free pumpkin spice poke cake that brings the essence of cinnamon rolls into a moist, sumptuous dessert.
Cake Ingredients:
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp mixed pumpkin spice
- 1 cup pure pumpkin purée
- 2 large eggs, brought to room temperature
- 1/2 cup alternative milk, such as oat or almond, at room temperature
- 2/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
Cinnamon Filling Ingredients:
- 1 homemade cinnamon filling (consisting of ground cinnamon, your favorite sweetener to taste, and a binding agent like almond butter to thicken)
- 2.5 tbsp non-dairy milk
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar
- A dash of ground cinnamon
- Non-dairy whipped topping for serving
Instructions:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 345°F. Thoroughly grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, eggs, non-dairy milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean paste until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to form a smooth batter.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 27-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing the homemade cinnamon blend with non-dairy milk and confectioner's sugar until it reaches a pourable consistency. Adjust with a dash of ground cinnamon.
- Once the cake is done, allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
- Pour the cinnamon filling over the cake, taking care to fill the holes.
- Refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes to allow the filling to set.
- Before serving, spread a generous layer of non-dairy whipped topping over the cake.
- Chill the cake for an additional hour to firm up the topping.
Serve this decadent gluten-free pumpkin spice poke cake as a stunning dessert that's sure to impress. With its rich cinnamon swirl and lush pumpkin flavor, this cake is a testament that gluten-free baking can be just as indulgent as traditional recipes. Enjoy the freedom of a holiday dessert that doesn't compromise on flavor or texture!
