Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 stick

butter

softened

0.25 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

butternut flavoring

3 cup

sugar

0.5 cup

shortening

6 unit

eggs

large

3.25 cup

flour

1 unit

evaporated milk

small can

Step 1
~10 min

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.

Step 2
~10 min

Cream together butter, shortening, and salt until light and fluffy.

Step 3
~10 min

Gradually add sugar, creaming well until fully incorporated and smooth.

Key Technique: Creaming
Step 4
~10 min

Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully blended before adding the next.

Step 5
~10 min

Alternately add flour and evaporated milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.

Step 6
~10 min

Gently fold in butternut flavoring until evenly distributed.

Step 7
~10 min

Pour batter into the prepared tube pan.

Step 8
~10 min

Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9
~10 min

Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use room temperature ingredients for best results.

Do not overmix the batter.

Cool completely before slicing.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve slices with coffee or tea.

Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Fresh Berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American dessert

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100