Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, there’s something truly delightful about a homemade cake. This Spice Layer Cake From Scratch recipe is the perfect combination of warm, comforting spices and rich, fluffy cake layers. It’s a dessert that brings joy to the table and fills your home with the cozy aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Follow along to create this show-stopping treat that’s bound to impress your guests or make any day feel extraordinary.
Title: Spice Layer Cake From Scratch
Ingredients:
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs, at room temperature
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans and set them aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Divide the batter equally among the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
To Assemble the Cake:
1. Once the cake layers are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
2. Spread a layer of your favorite frosting on top, such as cream cheese frosting or vanilla buttercream.
3. Gently place the second cake layer on top of the frosting and repeat the process, adding another layer of frosting.
4. Finally, add the third cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with your remaining frosting.
5. For an extra touch, you can sprinkle some ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top for decoration.
Enjoy a slice of this Spice Layer Cake From Scratch with a cup of tea or coffee, or serve it at your next gathering to wow your family and friends. The blend of spices and moist cake layers will make this dessert a new favorite in your repertoire. Share the joy of homemade baking with those you love and savor the warm, comforting flavors of this delightful treat.
