Pumpkin Spice Kuchen
Indulge in the irresistible warmth of Pumpkin Spice Kuchen, a delightful cake that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This fluffy, spiced dessert is infused with cozy pumpkin flavors and topped with a sweet glaze, making it an ideal treat for family gatherings or quiet evenings with tea. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed as an after-dinner dessert or a satisfying afternoon snack, this kuchen is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium eggs
- 140g brown sugar
- 110g coconut oil (or sunflower oil)
- 170g pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3 teaspoons pumpkin spice
- 100g powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F). Grease and flour a small springform pan (20-22 cm).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the coconut oil, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and optional maple syrup.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and pumpkin spice. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes; cover loosely with foil if browning too quickly. Continue baking for another 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow it to cool completely before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar, milk, and maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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