MAMA'S SPICE CAKE
Whenever I get a craving for a tasty old-fashioned treat, I make this cake. Great cooks in my family have been baking it for generations, and their families have been enjoying the wonderful spice flavor and rich frosting. -Nancy Duty, Jacksonville, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients; cook and stir over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; cool. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks; gradually stir in spice mixture. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to spice mixture until blended. Stir in pecans. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into the batter. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 325° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add vanilla and salt. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. To decorate, spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake, leaving cake slightly exposed on the sides. If desired, top with pecans, cinnamon sticks, fresh bay leaves, fresh rosemary sprigs and confectioners' sugar. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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Ayyan Jaan
[email protected]Overall, I thought the cake was good, but not great. I would probably try a different recipe next time.
Rita Banik
[email protected]The cake was delicious, but I found the frosting to be a bit too sweet for my taste.
Rose Christopher
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Ejaz Abbasi
[email protected]This cake is so good! I highly recommend it.
Latoya Malcolm
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it's always a winner. It's the perfect balance of spices and sweetness.
Rokib mia
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Adrian Coastantin
[email protected]This is my go-to spice cake recipe. It's always a hit with my friends and family.
Information Pakistan
[email protected]Great recipe! The cake was moist and flavorful.
Denyce Buck
[email protected]I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was the perfect dessert for our holiday gathering.
Mijan Alam
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe, and the cake was delicious!
Lydia Meddy
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful! The spices are perfectly balanced and give the cake a wonderful depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.
David Simchimba
[email protected]Followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfect! Will definitely make this again.
Aya Youssr
[email protected]This spice cake is a delicious and easy-to-make classic. The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again!