Norwegian Cardamom Cake
Experience the warm, aromatic embrace of Norwegian Cardamom Cake, a baking classic that brings Scandinavian charm to your kitchen. Infused with the intoxicating sweetness of freshly ground cardamom and a hint of vanilla, this rich, buttery cake is delicately balanced with a tender crumb. Perfectly suited for a bundt pan or a simple round cake pan, it bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. A final dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance, making it an excellent centerpiece for holidays, gatherings, or a cozy afternoon with coffee or tea. Easy to prepare yet utterly unforgettable, this spiced cake is a delicious nod to Nordic tradition.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.25 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a standard bundt pan or 9-inch round cake pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined after each addition—do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake is fully cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, for an elegant and sweet finish.
Slice and serve with coffee or tea. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.9 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.9 g | 650% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1097 mg | 366% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 509.6 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 275.2 g | ||
| Protein | 57.2 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 884 mg | 19% | |
*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.
