Spice Cake
A fragrant and moist spice cake, infused with a delightful blend of spices for a comforting dessert experience.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar (packed)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup raisins
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 12 oz cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices until thoroughly mixed.
- In another bowl, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, vegetable oil, and applesauce, mixing well.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing fully before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and buttermilk until evenly mixed.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans and raisins.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
- Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Once cakes are cooled, spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides.
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Notes
Garnish with additional chopped pecans, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or decorative swirls of frosting for an elegant touch. Pair with tea or coffee for a delightful experience.