OLD-FASHIONED SPICE CAKE

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This is a wonderful cake recipe that came on the back of, I believe, a Gold Medal flour package. In the 1980's my younger sister won prizes with Girl Scouts in several baking competitions. The caramel frosting is the best touch!

Provided by Joellen1972

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 (13 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 1/2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup raisins (optional)
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 eggs
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup evaporated milk (leftover from above)
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Cake:.
  • Mix 1 1/3 cups of the evaporated milk and the vinegar; reserve. (Reserve remaining evaporated milk for frosting.)
  • Heat oven to 350. Grease and flour rectangular pan, 13x9x2 or 2 round pans (8 or 9 x 1 1/2 inches).
  • Beat vinegar mixture and remaining ingredients except frosting in large bowl on low speed, scraping bowl constantly, 30 seconds. Beat on high speed, scraping bowl occasionally, 3 minutes.
  • Pour into pan(s). Bake until toothpick comes out clean, about 45 minutes for rectangular pan, 40-45 minutes for 8-inch rounds, 35-40 minutes for 9-inch rounds. Cool rounds 10 minutes; remove from pans. Cool completely.
  • Frost rectangular cake or fill and frost layers with caramel frosting.
  • Frosting:.
  • Heat brown sugar, margarine and evaporated milk to boiling in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; cool until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Gradually stir in powdered sugar with spoon.
  • If necessary, stir in 2-3 teaspoons water until frosting is smooth and of spreading consistency.

Vera Doo
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This cake is a must-try for any spice cake lover.


Shanukhan Depen
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Jerimiah Deputee
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This is a great recipe for beginner bakers. It's simple to follow and the results are delicious.


Briony McLeod
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This cake is so easy to make. I love that I don't have to spend hours in the kitchen.


Md maidul Islam
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best spice cake he's ever had.


Sekander Hosen
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This cake is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Wajahat Shehzada
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I love the way this cake smells when it's baking. It fills the whole house with a warm, inviting aroma.


Diana Smith
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This is the best spice cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful.


Saibur Rahman
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I'm not a big fan of spice cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Jonas Tapia
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of spices.


Sk. Hisbullah
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I've been making this cake for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect cake to serve for any occasion.


Kelly Beast
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This is my go-to spice cake recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Heema Khan
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Tewrobert49
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I love that this recipe uses allspice and cloves. It gives the cake a really unique and flavorful taste.


Thembakazi Manaka
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This cake is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Shawn Williams
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The cake was light and fluffy, and the spices were perfectly balanced.


jolly gaming
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This is THE BEST spice cake recipe I've ever tried! It's so moist and flavorful. I've made it twice now and it's been a hit both times.


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