Kindness Cake
Spread joy with every bite of this heartwarming Kindness Cake—an easy-to-make, flavorful dessert crafted to bring people together. Infused with the warming spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this moist cake is elevated by the addition of tender shredded carrots and optional crunchy walnuts or pecans. A luscious lemony glaze adds the perfect touch of sweetness and tang, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and ready to serve in under an hour, this versatile treat is ideal for sharing kindness at family gatherings, potlucks, or simply as a homemade gesture of love. Keyword-rich and sure to delight, this recipe promises to be a go-to in your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded carrot
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the shredded carrots and optional chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or cream, and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, letting it drip down the sides for a beautiful finish.
Slice, serve, and share your Kindness Cake with friends and family. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4315 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 205.1 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.5 g | 518% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 788 mg | 263% | |
| Sodium | 3424 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.7 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 377.1 g | ||
| Protein | 59.0 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 637 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1540 mg | 33% | |
*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.
