Sugar and Spice Cake
Indulge in the cozy, aromatic flavors of this Sugar and Spice Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweetness with warm, spiced undertones. Featuring a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, this cake is a festive favorite, ideal for holidays or any time you crave a comforting treat. Its moist, tender crumb is achieved by combining melted butter, whole milk, and room-temperature eggs, while a touch of brown sugar deepens the flavor and adds a hint of caramel-like richness. Ready in under an hour with minimal effort, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for bakers of all levels. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant final touch and serve up slices of pure nostalgia. Perfect for family gatherings or gifting, this spiced sheet cake is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and lightly dust it with flour, tapping out any excess.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and whole milk until smooth and uniform.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake 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 the cake is fully cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for garnish, if desired. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 303 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 85 mg | 2% | |
*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.
