Embrace the cozy flavors of autumn with our Hokkaido Pumpkin Cake. This moist and flavorful cake is made with homemade Hokkaido pumpkin purée, imparting a rich, natural pumpkin taste. Paired with a silky smooth cream cheese frosting, it’s the perfect treat for the season. The blend of cinnamon and cardamom spices adds a warm and inviting aroma, making this cake a delightful addition to any fall gathering or a comforting treat to enjoy at home. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply savoring the flavors of fall, this pumpkin cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 250g Hokkaido pumpkin purée (homemade or store-bought)
- 150ml kefir or yogurt
- 3 eggs
- 150g butter
- Paste from 1 vanilla bean
- 150g sugar
- 190g flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp cardamom
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 350g cream cheese
- 50g powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 185°C (365°F). Line a 22-24 cm springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar, butter, and eggs. Then stir in the pumpkin purée and yogurt.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and cardamom.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Make Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla essence.
- Whisk together using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
Enjoy this Hokkaido Pumpkin Cake as a delightful way to savor the flavors of the season. Its moist texture and spiced pumpkin flavor, combined with the rich frosting, make it a perfect autumnal treat. 🎃🍰🍂✨
