Mothering Cake
Indulge in the heartwarming nostalgia of Mothering Cake, a delightful spiced treat perfect for any occasion. This classic recipe combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg with a soft, moist crumb, thanks to a rich blend of butter, whole milk, and eggs. With its golden-brown finish and optional powdered sugar dusting, it’s as visually inviting as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make cake is ideal for celebrating Mother’s Day, sharing at family gatherings, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea. Treat your loved ones to this simple yet soul-soothing dessert and savor the taste of homemade comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top 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 allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optionally, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving for a beautifully simple garnish.
Slice into wedges and serve. Enjoy the nurturing warmth of this spiced cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.5 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.9 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 3045 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.7 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 344.5 g | ||
| Protein | 59.5 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 491 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 951 mg | 20% | |
*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.
