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Old Fashioned Spice Cake Recipe

Old Fashioned Spice Cake Recipe - So Simple To Make!

The Old Fashioned Spice Cake Recipe is a beloved dessert that fills your kitchen with the warm, comforting scents of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. This cake is a timeless classic, perfect for the holidays or any special occasion. Whether you’re looking for a simple dessert to enjoy on a chilly afternoon or something to impress your holiday guests, this spice cake with its rich cream cheese frosting fits the bill.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 People
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 609
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ⅓ cups cake flour
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp cloves
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 6 tbsp salted butter
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 3 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • ⅔ cups buttermilk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 ounces cream cheese
  • sea salt (just a pinch)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour, salt, baking powder, spices, and baking soda. Set this aside for later.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until smooth and creamy. Slowly mix in the vegetable oil. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the vanilla extract and buttermilk. Gradually add the flour mixture and buttermilk into the butter mixture in three parts, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for about 40 minutes. It’s ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan.
  6. Once the cake is just barely warm, start on the frosting!
  7. Beat together the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the vanilla extract, brown sugar, and salt, and blend on low speed. Then, increase to medium speed and beat until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
  8. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake (or when it’s just a little warm—your choice!) and enjoy this delicious spiced treat!

Notes

To ensure that your Old Fashioned Spice Cake Recipe turns out perfectly, here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:
  • Sift Your Dry Ingredients: Sifting the flour and spices helps eliminate lumps and ensures that all the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Room Temperature Ingredients: For the best texture, make sure your butter, eggs, and buttermilk are at room temperature before mixing. This helps them blend smoothly and evenly.
  • Don’t Overmix the Batter: When mixing the wet and dry ingredients, be sure not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can lead to a dense cake. Stir until just combined for the lightest, fluffiest texture.
  • Use Fresh Spices: The spices are what give the cake its signature flavor, so make sure they are fresh. Old spices can lose their potency, affecting the taste of the cake.
  • Check for Doneness Early: Ovens vary, so start checking your cake around 35 minutes with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, your cake is ready to cool.