Gluten-Free Classic Spice Cake

Warm, aromatic, and irresistibly moist, this Gluten-Free Classic Spice Cake is a must-try dessert for any occasion. Made with a blend of gluten-free flour and fragrant spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, this cake delivers all the cozy flavors of a traditional spice cake without the gluten. Sweetened with a mix of granulated sugar and brown sugar for a rich depth, and naturally tenderized with unsweetened applesauce, it’s as light as it is flavorful. With easy-to-follow instructions and a versatile option for dairy-free milk, this recipe is perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Serve it crowned with your favorite gluten-free frosting to create a showstopping treat that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether it’s for a special celebration or a cozy afternoon treat, this gluten-free spice cake is the perfect blend of comfort and indulgence. Keywords: gluten-free spice cake, gluten-free baking, easy spice cake recipe, gluten-free dessert, dairy-free option.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 3 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking pan or two 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pans with gluten-free flour.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Mix in the unsweetened applesauce to the wet ingredients until well combined.

Step 6

Begin adding the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan(s), spreading evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan(s) on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then remove from the pan(s) to cool completely on the wire rack.

Step 10

Once cooled, top with your favorite gluten-free frosting and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1202.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3252.8

Total Fat 116.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 816.3mg	0%
Sodium 3241.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 550.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 322.1g
Protein 26.2g	0%

Vitamin D 170IU	0%
Calcium 511.3mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 620.3mg	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: 31.2%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 65.7%