Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.5 cup

brown sugar

packed

0.5 cup

shortening

2 unit

eggs

16 ounce

pumpkin

2.75 cup

flour

1 tbsp

baking powder

1 tsp

cinnamon

0.5 tsp

nutmeg

0.25 tsp

ginger

0.5 tsp

salt

1 cup

raisins

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, shortening, eggs, and pumpkin.

Step 3
~4 min

Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 4
~4 min

In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~4 min

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients (pumpkin mixture).

Step 6
~4 min

Blend all ingredients well until a smooth batter forms.

Step 7
~4 min

Fold in raisins.

Step 8
~4 min

Lightly spray a springform pan with cooking oil.

Step 9
~4 min

Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges begin to pull away from the pan.

Step 11
~4 min

Remove from oven and let cool in the pan before unmolding.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a cream cheese frosting for extra richness.

Toast the raisins before adding them to the batter for a nuttier flavor.

Substitute some of the flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier cake.

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
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spiced latte
Apple cider

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Associated with fall harvest and Thanksgiving.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Halloween
Autumn festivals

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Halloween
Fall
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100