Spice Cake with Just the Right Amount of Spice
Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль
My super simple spice cake recipe is full of fall spices and covered with a silky cream cheese frosting. It comes together in just one hour in ONE BOWL!
Recipe: sugarspunrun.com/spice-cake/
Ingredients
2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour (335g)
1 ½ cups dark brown sugar, firmly packed (300g)
½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
¾ teaspoon allspice
¾ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (177g)
½ cup canola or vegetable oil (118ml)
3 large eggs, room temperature preferred
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream (8 oz/240g)
¼ cup whole milk (60ml)
Cream Cheese Icing
8 oz cream cheese, softened (225g) (use brick-style, not the kind sold in tubs)
½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
3 ½ cups powdered sugar (440g)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
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Instructions
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and grease a baking pan with baking spray (you may use a 13x9 pan or two 9” round or 8” round pans, if using round cake pans it’s best to line the bottoms with parchment paper, too). Set aside.
00:49 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices (cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, & nutmeg) until well-combined.
02:24 Add melted butter and oil and stir well until combined.
03:59 Using an electric mixer, add eggs and vanilla and stir until completely combined.
04:51 Stir in sour cream and then milk. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure batter is smooth and uniform.
05:40 Pour batter into prepared pan (or evenly divide into round cake pans). Transfer to center rack of 350F (175C) oven and bake for 30-35 minutes for metal 13x9 pan (will take longer if using a glass pan) or for 9” round pans, or 35 minutes in 8” cake pans. When finished baking, the cake should spring back when lightly touched and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
If using a 13x9 pan: Let cake cool completely before icing directly in the pan.
07:23 If using round cake pans/making a layer cake: Allow cakes to cool for 15 minutes then carefully invert onto a cooling rack to cool completely. Cakes will likely be domed and, if so, should be leveled before assembly. Cake must be cooled completely before icing.
Icing
Combine cream cheese and butter in large bowl and use an electric mixer (or stand mixer) to beat until creamy and smooth.
With mixer on low-speed, gradually add powdered sugar until completely combined.
Stir in vanilla extract and salt.
08:09 Spread evenly over cooled cake.
Notes
Storing
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 48 hours or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Cake may also be tightly wrapped and frozen for several months.
Cupcakes
This recipe can be made as cupcakes, fill liners ⅔ of the way full and bake for approximately 17-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs. Will make approximately 30 cupcakes.
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Пікірлер: 108
It's honestly wild that you aren't a bigger deal on KZread. Your recipes are so perfect.
@SugarSpunRun
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that. 😊😊😊
I love the way you go slow and explain everything.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
I made this cake yesterday and it was a HUGE hit with the family. Thank you so much
@SugarSpunRun
10 ай бұрын
You're welcome! I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it! :)
I can almost smell those spices! That looks so good. I'll have to put it on my list! Thanks for sharing.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Yo won't regret making this one! :)
@danniemcdonald4903
Жыл бұрын
@@SugarSpunRun My waistline will, though! LOL
Sam, this cake recipe is phenomenal! I followed your spice cake recipe and brown butter cream cheese frosting recipe for the cake I was bringing to a holiday dinner. I baked two layers but kept them separate to leave one cake at home and take one to the party. The cake at the party was devoured within minutes! Every person I brought a slice to for a sample was raving about it. This cake is moist, soft, fluffy, and flavorful. Just the right amount of spice, and the brown butter cream cheese frosting was perfectly complimentary. The crumb was tighter than I’m used to for cake but the texture when you take a bite is perfect. That reverse creaming method really is effective. The cake was so popular with friends and family that I’ve been asked to make it again. So that’s what I shall be doing, baking the same cake two weeks later because it’s just that damn good. Thank you for the video! ☺️
Looking lovely!!!
I love your new layout! Your kitchen is beautiful! This cake looks amazing, and I can’t wait to try it!
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I wanted to try something a bit different. I hope you love the cake! :)
Hmm too good Sam thank you
This looks delicious - so full of warm flavors!
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
I made your banana bread recipe yesterday and it so good it should be against the law, moist , sweet . My sister said take a piece and put a little pad of butter on it and heat around 20 seconds. It should be called the sinners banana bread, you will keep going back to it. Thank you ,rotting bananas never tasted so good. Spice cake is next.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you liked it 🥰
Oh my gosh, spice cake is so delicious!
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
It really is!
Oooooooo. Going to store now ! Need a couple ingredients ! Lol. U go girl !
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Hope you love it!
My grandson (12 yrs) and I made this for hubby's Bday. WOW it was such a success It was 2 layers. Middle was pastry cream Even tho I had no Ginger to add to the spice mix, the family LOVED IT!!! Thank you for another wonderful recipe
@SugarSpunRun
10 ай бұрын
I'm glad everyone enjoyed it! :)
I love spice cake . Thank u so much . Very fall 🍁🍂
@SugarSpunRun
10 ай бұрын
You're welcome! Enjoy! :)
I kind of like that cake she made looks awesome.
You are the best . I use your recipes a lot and if asked I give credit to your site. Thank you .
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
I love your videos.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
Would love to try this in my seasonal cakelette pan.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
I hope you love it! :)
Hi from Goa I just love your recipes of cakes
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 🥰
I made your first spice cake you had put on your blog and mine came out completely fine girl! I loved it but I will definitely try this one as well! I'm so excited 😆
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I hope you love this version too. :)
@michaelcontreras5162
Жыл бұрын
I made this one now today and OMG it’s so freaking good and a bit better than the last recipe 😭😭😭❤❤❤
Will definitely try this! Thanks for your expertise and professionalism! Always great recipes.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I hope you love it! :)
@moduqueRN
Жыл бұрын
Quick question: can I just bake this in a 9 x 13 pan instead without altering recipe? Thanks.
Hi Sam it's looks yummy
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
It really is!
I made this yesterday and it is amazing, the spice flavours are perfect, thank you so much Sam 🥰😋💐👍
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
So glad you loved it 🥰
The best spice cake I ever ate had vanilla custard in between the layers and cream cheese frosting. This recipe just might get the job done. Thank you!
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Yum, that sounds delicious! I hope you love my recipe too ❤️
Hello. I enjoy listening to you. You are not all fluff. I made this cake today. I didn't have sour cream so I substituted with butter milk. The cake is moist and the spices are spot on. Yesterday I made your recipe for broccoli cheddar soup, also very delicious. Keep up the great work and entertainment !!-
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it so much and I’m glad the buttermilk substitute worked out. I appreciate the feedback. 😊
Made my cake in a 13×9 pan and it looks marvelous! After it cools thinking of your wonderful frosting with some of the spices; not to much just a bit.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Sounds tasty! I hope you love it! :)
sam this is very good cake.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you 😋
I've never felt the urge to make this type of cake until this video. Thanks. Also, if YOU (with so much expertise) get anxiety cutting the first slice, we mere mortals have no hope. LOL.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
🤣 Thank you! I hope you love the cake. :)
Lo tengo que hacer
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Hope you love it!
You know what else I like on my cake gummy bears and carrots. 😋
Can't wait to try this recipe!! Btw do you have a link for your cake pans?
I know your spice cake doesn't include raisins, (and believe me I am not a huge fan of raisins), but for years I have been trying to mimic a spice square recipe my mother use to buy from a company called Leo's Pastries distributed to stores here in Northeast New England. I have tried without success to even discover who even owned Leo's Pastries, but they were in a package of about 6-9 squares, of yummy dark spice cake with raisins, but they had chocolate frosting on them, topped with a (I'm going to say a white chocolate flower with pink petals and green leaves on top.) They were the best. I am going to try your spice cake recipe with a few raisins thrown in for good measure, and try maybe your chocolate frosting recipe, and I will take a chance with some sort of white chocolate flower. I love your recipes and they are so moist!
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I hope you love this cake and it lives up to your expectations. I think it will. ;)
Could you make cupcakes with this batter? LOOKS YUM
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Yes you can 🙂
@angelatruly
Жыл бұрын
@@SugarSpunRun Thank you
Very nice recipie Sam! They looks amazing! Where you get your silicone spatulla? They looks very nice! Have a nice day and good weekend! 👍👏🍴
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I actually found the spatulas on Amazon. :)
@DiaDia18
Жыл бұрын
@@SugarSpunRun Thanks! 🙂🙂🙂
😋 💕💕
This looks amazing!Just like your one bowl Vanilla cake.I have been making it and also your Chocolate Cake I sell them on my Farmstand and they are a big hit! So Thanks for all your Decks and I'll keep watching!Hello from Canada.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad everyone enjoys them so much! :)
Can u use this recipe for cupcakes?.... is there any adjustments we need to do? Looks delicious would love to try ❤❤
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Yes! They'll just need to bake for about 17-18 minutes.
❤❤❤Good Morning, I ❤ your show !!! I have a question , Can I substitute Cinnamon Spice Extract for the vanilla extract in the cake part ; and would it be too strong along with the other ingredients??!!
@SugarSpunRun
9 ай бұрын
Hmmm that sounds interesting. I have actually never used cinnamon extract so I'm not sure how it behaves. I'm not sure if it's really potent or not. It could be worth experimenting with. :)
@bridgetteharris8386
9 ай бұрын
@@SugarSpunRun Thank you 🙏 for a rapid response 😃
That would be great with l min curd in the middle
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Yum!
Could I also bake this in two 9 x 5" pans, with raisins, as Christmas gifts?
Any chance you have recipes for spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, chocolate pudding, vanilla pudding, apple cider (without alcohol.. just really love a hot cup of apple cider when it's cold outside), French onion dip and any spice seasoning mixes. Sorry I'm asking for a lot, I've literally been writing down all the recipes I enjoy making around my house and have shared a lot of your videos but thought I'd finally ask for a few things I don't have recipes for... tried some others but they weren't good and so far everything I've made of yours is absolutely delicious! My entire family really love the ice oatmeal cookies... so good! Thank you, have a wonderful and blessed day. :-)
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
You can find recipes for most of these on my website. I'm so glad you've enjoyed everything ❤️
@Zeropatience1
Жыл бұрын
@@SugarSpunRun excellent thank you so very much. I honestly didn't even think about the website. Have a wonderful day. :-)
Hi Sam, I'd like to try this recipe, but I must say, I've recently made a few fall recipes and they all involved cream cheese frosting. I'm getting a little tired of it; is there another frosting you'd recommend for this cake?
@cowboyboom
Жыл бұрын
just remove the cream cheese from the recipe, and add less sugar
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
My Brown butter frosting or even my whipped cream frosting would be other great choices (and I’ve been wanting to try my new caramel frosting on it, too!). White chocolate frosting might even work, too! I’ll leave some links below. sugarspunrun.com/brown-butter-frosting/ sugarspunrun.com/stabilized-whipped-cream-frosting/ sugarspunrun.com/caramel-frosting-recipe/ sugarspunrun.com/white-chocolate-buttercream/
Watched one of your videos where you said if the oven isn't big enough to accommodate,say 3 baking pans,then it's possible to leave one on the counter and bake after the other two. My question is,the one that's left,does it bake properly? Doesn't it have any problems rising? Plz help
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
I have never had a problem with it rising. It doesn't end up sitting that long. If you were to leave it there for a few hours you may run into an issue. The only difference is that it may need a minute or two less in the oven since it's only one cake. :)
Hello, can you substitute the milk for applesauce?
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure how applesauce for the milk would work. I haven't tried it personally.
If I can't get dark brown sugar, can I use all light brown sugar, rather than dark brown sugar and granulated sugar? It's a question of availability.
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Light brown sugar will work as a substitute for the dark brown sugar. :)
Why no mace? I love mace!
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
You can always add it in 🙂
Would yogurt be acceptable instead of sour cream,? It's a question of availability
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Greek yogurt should work here. :)
@mariaconsuelothomen
Жыл бұрын
@@SugarSpunRun Thank you
Dear Sam, can this recipe be used to make cupcakes? I don't want to buy molasses for just one thing.
@HaliaStone
Жыл бұрын
Found a comment asking about cupcakes further up. Everything is the exact same as the video recipe, just bake them for 17-18 minutes
@mariaconsuelothomen
Жыл бұрын
@@HaliaStone Thanks. I'm thinking about using this batter to make small fruitcakes for my neighbors.
@HaliaStone
Жыл бұрын
@@mariaconsuelothomen I tried this as cupcakes and didn’t see the comment about baking for less time and they exploded, haha. Still tasted great though.
@mariaconsuelothomen
Жыл бұрын
@@HaliaStone You can usually use any cake batter to make cupcakes, just give them less time than a regular cake. Which is why I laugh when I see "cupcake mix" sold as a different article.
@mariaconsuelothomen
Жыл бұрын
@@HaliaStone Sam gives a recipe for "spice cupcakes". I haven't checked, but I think the proportions for the spice cake and the spice cupcakes are the same; also, the ingredients.
I made a full receipt into mini muffins (it will make 8 dozen) and took them to church. We have a small church and i figured i would take a couple dozen home . WRONG!!! They were all gone before services started!!!
@SugarSpunRun
10 ай бұрын
Wow! That's incredible! I'm so glad everyone enjoyed them so much! :)
@mariaconsuelothomen
9 ай бұрын
Congratulations!
Don't you sift your flour first
@SugarSpunRun
11 ай бұрын
Nope. :)
Hi from Goa I just love your recipes of cakes
@SugarSpunRun
Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!