Skillet Pumpkin Apple Cranberry Cake Recipe

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cardamom.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the granulated sugar and eggs for 3 minutes with electric mixer.

Step 4

With the mixer running, gradually add the oil and beat.

Step 5

Add the pumpkin puree and mix on medium speed until thoroughly combined.

Step 6

Scrape down the bowl.

Step 7

Add the flour mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.

Step 8

Do not overmix, the batter should be quite thick.

Step 9

Remove the bowl from the mixer and give the batter a quick stir by hand with a rubber spatula to ensure everything is mixed.

Step 10

Set the batter aside while you prepare the topping.

Step 11

Topping:

Step 12

In a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter.

Step 13

Once melted, swirl the pan or use a brush to lightly coat the sides of the skillet with the butter.

Step 14

Stir in the brown sugar and spread in an even layer; the sugar will not dissolve into the butter.

Step 15

Place apple slices in two concentric rings around the skillet.

Step 16

Then place a cranberry on top of each apple slice and in between the slices.

Step 17

Increase the heat to medium.

Step 18

Once the butter and sugar have reached a relatively robust bubble, allow the mixture to cook for 4 minutes.

Step 19

Remove the pan from the heat and pour the batter over the apples, gently spreading into an even layer and trying not to move the apples and cranberries.

Step 20

Transfer to the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until puffed and golden and a cake tester or toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 21

Let the cake cool in the skillet for 15 minutes before flipping onto a serving platter.

Step 22

You want to do this while the cake is still warm so it does not stick.

Step 23

Let cool for at least 30 minutes or to room temperature before cutting into wedges and serving.

Tips

No special items needed.

Skillet Pumpkin Apple Cranberry Cake

Ingredients

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