Spiced Pumpkin Pound Cake with Maple Glaze
A moist pumpkin pound cake infused with warm spices and topped with a sweet maple glaze, perfect for autumn gatherings. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 90 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 10, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
- Step 4: Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
- Step 5: Mix in 1 cup pure pumpkin puree and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Step 7: Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
- Step 8: Bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 9: While the cake cools, whisk together 3/4 cup powdered sugar and 1/3 cup maple syrup to make a smooth glaze.
- Step 10: Drizzle the maple glaze over the cooled cake before slicing and serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Pumpkin Pound Cake with Maple Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 90 minutes (20 min prep + 70 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Spiced Pumpkin Pound Cake with Maple Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Pumpkin Pound Cake with Maple Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Pumpkin Pound Cake with Maple Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Pumpkin Pound Cake with Maple Glaze?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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