Walnut Pumpkin Torte
"So versatile, you'll have to try all 3 toppings..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup California walnuts, chopped
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3/4 cup raisins
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1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
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1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine
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1 1/2 cups packed C&H® Golden Brown Sugar
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1 cup pumpkin, canned
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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3 large eggs
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1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
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3/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
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1/2 teaspoon ginger, ground
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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C&H® Powdered Sugar , for dusting (optional topping #1)
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California walnuts, chopped (optional garnish #1)
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Brandied Whipped Cream (optional topping #2, recipe follows)
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Cane Sugar Glaze (optional topping #3, recipe follows)
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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2 tablespoons brandy
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1 tablespoon C&H® Powdered Sugar
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1 cup water
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3/4 cup C&H® Baker's Sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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