GRANDMA'S HEAVENLY TORTE

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A purchased pound cake is split into 3 layers, then filled and frosted all over with a sweetened mixture of cream cheese, pumpkin, orange, spice and whipped cream.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Puddings

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 c sifted powdered sugar, divided
1/2 c solid canned pumpkin
1/4 tsp each of cinnamon,nutmeg and ginger
1 tsp grated orange rind
3/4 c whipping cream
1 store bought pound cake
orange peel slivers for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl combine the cream cheese and 1 cup of the powdered sugar, mixing until well blended. Stir in pumpkin, spices and grated orange rind. In another bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form; gradually add remaining powdered sugar, beating stiff. Fold into pumpkin mixture. Split pound cake horizontally into 3 layers. Spread each layer with some of the pumpkin mixture, then stack. Frost sides with pumpkin mixture. Sprinkle orange slivers on top and refrigerate at least one hour before slicing to serve.

Kimune David
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Thank you for sharing this recipe! I'm always looking for new torte recipes to try.


Tikanani Managa
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I can't wait to try this torte! It looks so good.


MH Munna
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This torte is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


I AM KEZMAN
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I'm going to try making this torte for my next dinner party. I think my friends will love it.


Isaac Juarez
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Overall, I thought this was a great recipe. The torte was delicious and I would definitely make it again.


Rashid abbass Abbass
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I had some trouble getting the torte to set properly. I think I might have over-mixed the batter.


Kadija Bah
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The torte was a little too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference.


Tripoli care Free
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I love that this torte can be made ahead of time. It makes it so much easier to entertain guests.


Awais hussain
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This torte is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Bappy Hassan
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I'm not a big baker, but this torte was so simple to make. I was really impressed with how it turned out.


Shehzad Ghauri
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The torte was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The flavor was amazing, with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.


Peter Mcmillan Oduro
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I made this torte for my grandmother's birthday and she loved it! It was just like the one she used to make.


Nancy Alvarado
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This torte was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.