Halloween Kabocha Squash Pound Cake

Kabocha squash is a type of winter squash that is commonly used in Japanese cuisine. It has a sweet and nutty flavor, making it perfect for desserts like pound cake.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Halloween Kabocha Squash Pound Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baked Goods, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Kabocha Squash
• 2 cup All-purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown Sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.5 cup Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. Cut the kabocha squash in half, remove the seeds, and roast in the oven until tender. Scoop out the flesh and mash it.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the mashed kabocha squash and milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.