Delicious Spice Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

This classic spice cake recipe is a delightful dessert that combines warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for a comforting flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is moist, tender, and sure to please everyone.

The recipe is simple to follow and utilizes common pantry ingredients, making it an accessible option for both novice and experienced bakers.

This spice cake features a rich blend of spices and a moist crumb, making it a perfect treat for gatherings or as a cozy dessert at home. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
Combine Sugars and Oil: In a large bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely. Frost with your favorite frosting if desired.