Pecan Pumpkin Torte

Pecan Pumpkin Torte
This recipe makes 16 servings with 342 calories, 4g of protein, and 8g of fat each. This recipe covers 11% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Not It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. Head to the store and pick up eggs, sugar, milk, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour.

Instructions

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In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin, sugar, oil and eggs. In a small bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. Stir in chopped pecans.
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Pour into three greased 9-in. round baking pans.
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Bake at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
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For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in vanilla and enough milk to achieve a spreading consistency.
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Place one cake layer on a serving platter; spread with a third of the frosting. Repeat layers twice.
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Garnish with pecan halves if desired.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In1 h
Servings16
Health Score4
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