PUMPKIN POLENTA CAKE

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The grainy texture of polenta and the marriage of flavours of pumpkin and sweet spices create a unique versatile loaf. Can also be made with cooked sweet potato or butternut squash instead of pumpkin. Serve warm or cold with savoury or sweet dishes.

Provided by SASHENKA

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups canned pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
2 eggs, lightly beaten
4 egg whites, lightly beaten
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
2 cups polenta or yellow cornmeal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • In a blender or food processor, blend pumpkin, butter, eggs, and egg whites. Mix in the brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Blend until smooth, and transfer to a medium bowl.
  • Mix yogurt and polenta into the pumpkin mixture. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.5 g, Cholesterol 52.7 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 867 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

Chris Carter
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I had some trouble finding polenta, but it was worth the effort. This cake is delicious!


qaisar shahzad
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Raymond Mazhadza
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I've never had a pumpkin polenta cake before, but this recipe was amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.


Joseph Bauer
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold fall day.


Muhammad Dulal
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Naomi van Jaarsveldt
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a delicious and festive dessert for Thanksgiving or Christmas.


August J Mentoor
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I love the fall flavors in this cake. The pumpkin and spices are perfect together.


Muhammad Akbar Muhammad Akbar
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This cake was easy to make and it turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making it again.


S R fam
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I was a bit skeptical about using polenta in a cake, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The cake was delicious!


Giooak
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the unique texture that the polenta gives it.


A Ibrahim
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Angel Teran
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This pumpkin polenta cake was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! It was moist and flavorful, and the polenta gave it a unique and delicious texture.


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