Swedish Spice Cake Mjuk Pepparkaka
Embark on a journey to Scandinavia with Swedish Spice Cake, or Mjuk Pepparkaka, a delightful, aromatic dessert that’s perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. This traditional Swedish cake is infused with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, creating a rich, fragrant profile that fills your kitchen with irresistible holiday vibes. Moist and tender thanks to the addition of sour cream and a touch of molasses, this bundt or loaf-style cake strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, it’s ideal for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a simple yet elegant presentation that’s sure to impress. Perfect for coffee breaks or as a centerpiece for your next fika, Mjuk Pepparkaka is a must-try treat for anyone who loves spiced desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Butter, unsalted and softened
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cups Sour cream
- 0.25 cups Unsulphured molasses
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch bundt pan or a standard loaf pan.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt. Set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the sour cream and molasses until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently after each addition until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth 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.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 344 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 188 mg | 4% | |
*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.
