Description
This Pumpkin Angel Food Cake blends the light, airy texture of classic angel food cake with the warm spices and moisture of pumpkin puree, creating a festive and delicious dessert perfect for fall celebrations. The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger complements the subtle sweetness of the pumpkin, resulting in a flavorful, low-fat treat that’s simple to prepare.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 box angel food cake mix
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (Libby’s recommended)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients and Water: In a large bowl, whisk together the angel food cake mix, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and water until the mixture is well combined and free of lumps.
- Incorporate Pumpkin Puree: Gently fold the pumpkin puree into the batter until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain the cake’s light texture.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into an ungreased angel food cake pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool Upside Down: Immediately invert the cake pan over a wire rack and allow the cake to cool completely upside down for about 1 hour. This step preserves the airy texture of the cake.
- Remove and Serve: Once cooled, run a thin knife around the edges and center tube of the pan to loosen the cake. Carefully remove it from the pan, slice, and serve with a dollop of Cool Whip and a dash of cinnamon for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use an ungreased angel food cake pan to help the batter cling and rise properly.
- Ensure not to overmix when folding in pumpkin puree to maintain the fluffiness of the cake.
- Cool the cake upside down to prevent it from collapsing and to keep its light texture.
- Libby’s pumpkin puree is recommended for best flavor and consistency, but homemade puree can also be used.
- Serve with Cool Whip or your favorite whipped topping for a creamy complement.
