Grossmummy King's Spice Cake

Infused with warm, aromatic spices and a touch of molasses, the Grossmummy King’s Spice Cake is a timeless dessert perfect for cozy gatherings and holiday celebrations. This moist and tender cake is crafted with pantry staples like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, creating a rich depth of flavor that will delight your taste buds. The addition of buttermilk and brown sugar ensures every bite is irresistibly soft and slightly tangy, while the hint of cloves and molasses adds a nostalgic, old-world charm. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this spice cake can be served as a stand-alone treat or dressed up with a dusting of powdered sugar or a luscious glaze. Pair it with your favorite cup of tea or coffee for the ultimate comforting indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Molasses

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and molasses until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until the batter is smooth and no dry flour lumps remain. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Optional: Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or top with a simple glaze for extra sweetness.

Step 9

Slice and serve the cake with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1290.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4064.1

Total Fat 130.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 584.8mg	0%
Sodium 3641.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 683.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 444.5g
Protein 58.1g	0%

Vitamin D 249.9IU	0%
Calcium 693.4mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 2184.1mg	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: 28.4%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 66.0%