Introduction:
This delicious spice cake recipe is perfect for fall with its warm and comforting flavors. The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves will fill your kitchen with a wonderful aroma as it bakes. This cake is great for dessert or even with a cup of tea or coffee in the afternoon.
Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy a slice of this delicious spice cake on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 290 || Carbohydrates: 40g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 13g || Saturated Fat: 8g || Cholesterol: 75mg || Sodium: 320mg || Fiber: 1g || Sugar: 22g