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torta alla zucca

Irresistible 40-Minute Torta alla Zucca You’ll Crave


  • Author: Emma Schweitzer
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic Italian pumpkin cake, moist and flavorful, perfect for autumn.


Ingredients

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  • 300g pumpkin puree
  • 200g flour
  • 150g sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 100ml olive oil
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
  2. Mix pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, and oil.
  3. Sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
  5. Pour batter into greased cake pan.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes.
  7. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh pumpkin for best flavor.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: pumpkin cake, Italian dessert, autumn recipe