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Pumpkin Magic Cake – The Amazing 3-Layer Fall Dessert That Bakes Itself!


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  • Author: Chef Crenn
  • Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This incredible Pumpkin Magic Cake creates three distinct layers from one simple batter – a dense cake base, creamy custard middle, and fudgy top layer. The magic happens during baking as the ingredients naturally separate into these beautiful autumn layers with warm pumpkin spice flavors throughout.


Ingredients

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6 large eggs, separated 1 cup granulated sugar, divided 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled 1 cup pumpkin puree 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 cups whole milk, lukewarm Powdered sugar for dusting Whipped cream for serving


Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until pale and thick. Mix in melted butter, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until smooth. Sift together flour, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Gradually whisk into pumpkin mixture. Slowly add lukewarm milk, whisking constantly until smooth batter forms. Gently fold in beaten egg whites in three additions until just combined. Pour batter into prepared baking dish and bake for 50-60 minutes until set and golden. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with whipped cream.

Notes

The batter will look very thin – this is normal and creates the magic layers. Don’t overmix when folding in egg whites to maintain the layers. The cake is best after chilling overnight to fully set all three layers. Can be made 2 days ahead and stored covered in refrigerator. Serve chilled for best texture and layer definition.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg