Classic Tomato Soup Cake
Discover the nostalgic charm of a **Classic Tomato Soup Cake**, a delightfully moist and spiced dessert with a surprising twist! This retro-inspired recipe elevates humble pantry staples, like condensed tomato soup, into a perfectly tender cake infused with warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. With just 15 minutes of prep and a bake time of 35 minutes, this quick and easy cake is perfect for a last-minute treat or a cozy gathering. Customize it with raisins or chopped nuts for added texture, and finish it off with a luscious cream cheese frosting or a simple dusting of powdered sugar. The unique combination of sweet and savory makes this vintage cake a conversation starter and a must-try for adventurous dessert lovers. Perfect for brunch, potlucks, or an evening indulgence, this recipe is a true classic that transforms unconventional ingredients into pure magic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 can condensed tomato soup (10.75-ounce can)
- 1 unit large egg
- 0.5 cup optional: raisins or chopped nuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan or a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.
In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter, condensed tomato soup, and egg until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using raisins or chopped nuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting or sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2832 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.3 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.9 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 1523 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.0 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1054 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
