Spicy Bar Cake
Indulge in the warm, aromatic flavors of the Spicy Bar Cake—an irresistible treat that perfectly balances sweet and spicy notes in every bite. This recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour and sugars with fragrant spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, along with a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. Melted butter, whole milk, and eggs create a moist and tender cake, while optional mix-ins like raisins, dates, or nuts add delightful textures and flavors. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this bake is ideal for cozy afternoons or casual gatherings. Serve these golden-brown bars fresh out of the oven or cooled, and watch them become an instant favorite. Perfect for lovers of spiced desserts, this cake also stores beautifully for up to three days, making it a versatile addition to your recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 120 grams Unsalted butter, melted
- 100 milliliters Whole milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 100 grams Raisins or chopped dates (optional)
- 50 grams Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a rectangular 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix gently using a spatula or whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using raisins, chopped dates, or nuts, fold them into the batter at this stage for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with the back of a spoon or spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 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 before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, slice the cake into bars or squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.8 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.0 g | 335% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2687 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 392.1 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 229.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.3 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1331 mg | 28% | |
*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.
