SPICE CAKE AND CHOCOLATE FROSTING -GLADYS' RECIPE

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Spice cake topped with chocolate frosting is different and this recipe was given to me by an old-fashioned cook, who didn't use a written recipe. Gladys who was the mother of five,grewup in this little town,was jolly,enjoyed family and friends,attended all community singalongs,potlucks, and other gatherings, and she also...

Provided by Beth M.

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 17

CAKE INGREDIENTS:
2 c sugar
2 large eggs
2 Tbsp crisco shortening
2 c milk
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp cloves
1 pinch salt
3 c flour
3 tsp baking powder
1 c chopped raisins *optional
FROSTING INGREDIENTS:
2 chocolate, unsweetened squares
1/3 stick butter
milk, you need to judge the amount!
2/3 pkg confectioners' sugar (the one pound box)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven,usually a cake is baked at 350 degrees, she didn't write it down! Grease and flour a 9"X 13" pan.
  • 2. Sift the dry ingredients. Combine HALF the milk and half the dry ingredients, add eggs, beat, add remainingmilk and dry ingredients. Stir in raisins. Pour into prepared baking pan.
  • 3. THIS IS THE BEST PART: "BAKE UNTIL JUST ABOUT DONE", her very words! For a beginning baker this is tough to know, so I'm stating,bake for 35 or 40 minutes and test with a cake tester or tooth pick; and if it comes out clean it's done. Also if you press on it gently and it springs back, it is fine. If it leaves an indent bake a few minutes more and test it again. :) NOTE: 36 mins. worked for me on 2/20/12.
  • 4. TO MAKE FROSTING: MELT CHOCOLATE ADD SOFT BUTTER, STIR IN 1/3 OF PACKAGE OF THE SUGAR AND ADD A TABLESPOON OF MILK, ADD ANOTHER BIT OF SUGAR AND MORE MILK IF NEEDED. You want it to be "spreading consistency" not dripping, so don't add too much milk at a time, just a spoonful each time. Cool cake completely and then frost. NOTE: 3 Tbs. butter, and 2 Tbs.milk, with 3 cups confectioners' sugar, and the 2 squares of melted chocolate.

Nakyanja Brendah
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover spices. I always have a few jars of spices in my pantry and this is a great way to use them up.


Eshal Ahmed
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I was disappointed with this cake. It was dry and the frosting was too runny. I won't be making it again.


Edward Koehler
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Shantell J
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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.


Afseen Abir
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This cake is delicious! The spices give it a unique flavor that I really enjoy. The chocolate frosting is also very good.


Clorox Bleach
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a success. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy dessert.


bonya barati
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This cake is a classic. It's simple, but it's so good. I love the way the spices warm up the chocolate frosting.


ebrima darboe
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and I was able to make a beautiful cake. It was a hit with my family and friends.


Akakpo Sena
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Jacob Granados
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Smith Johnson
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and it makes a beautiful presentation.


Agyemamg Salomey
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I'm not usually a fan of spice cake, but this one is amazing. The spices are perfectly balanced and the frosting is to die for.


Avisanani Vazi
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I can't get enough of it!


Junior Uyeme
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The chocolate frosting is the perfect complement to the spice cake. It's rich and creamy, but not too sweet.


Nellie Hernandez
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I love the combination of spices in this cake. It's so warm and inviting.


Josh uk
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This is my go-to recipe for spice cake. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's perfect for any occasion.


Syed Shahzaib Ali
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! The frosting is her favorite part.


gk chaudhary
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use ingredients that I usually have on hand.


Liliane Owusu Ansah Ansah
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I've been making this spice cake for years and it's always a hit. The frosting is especially delicious. I like to add a little extra cinnamon to the cake batter for a more intense flavor.


Md nhaid Khan
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This spice cake with chocolate frosting is a classic for a reason! It's moist, flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Definitely a keeper!