Classic Spice Cake

Warm, aromatic, and irresistibly moist, this Classic Spice Cake is a celebration of cozy flavors perfect for any season. Infused with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, every bite offers a symphony of comforting spices, balanced by the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce. This simple yet elegant cake features a tender crumb thanks to its combination of rich butter, whole milk, and a touch of brown sugar, making it both light and indulgent. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this versatile dessert is baked to perfection in under an hour, ready to be served plain, with a dusting of powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting. Ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or a special treat, this timeless recipe is a crowd-pleaser you’ll return to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups whole milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set this mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar to the butter and continue beating on medium speed until the mixture is fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the applesauce and milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Beat each addition just until incorporated to ensure a tender cake.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Turn the cake out onto the rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1214.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3662.3

Total Fat 161.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 774.1mg	0%
Sodium 2959.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 527.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 326.8g
Protein 43.1g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 426.5mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 965.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.9%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 56.5%