Caramel Spice Cake
Caramel Spice Cake is the ultimate fusion of warm spices and rich, buttery caramel. This cake is a tender, moist masterpiece with layers that burst with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of ginger. It’s topped with a luscious caramel glaze that perfectly complements the spiced undertones. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or indulging in an autumnal dessert, this cake is guaranteed to impress. If you’ve ever dreamed of combining the coziness of spiced treats with the decadence of caramel, you’ve come to the right place. And don’t worry, the recipe is as flexible as it is flavorful – you can adjust the spice level or even swap in your favorite mix-ins. Let’s create a cake that’s both familiar and fantastically twisted!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sifter or fine mesh sieve
- 9-inch round cake pans (2)
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Small saucepan
- Offset spatula or knife for frosting
- Toothpick or cake tester
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- All-purpose flour – The foundation for structure and lightness.
- Baking powder and baking soda – Ensure a perfect rise.
- Ground cinnamon nutmeg, and ginger – Provide the signature warm spice profile.
- Salt – Enhances the flavors.
- Unsalted butter – For richness and moisture.
- Granulated sugar and brown sugar – Brown sugar adds depth with a hint of molasses.
- Eggs – Create structure and tenderness.
- Vanilla extract – Enhances the warm flavors.
- Buttermilk – Keeps the cake moist and tender.
- For the Caramel Glaze:
- Unsalted butter – The base of the glaze.
- Brown sugar – Adds the caramel flavor.
- Heavy cream – For a smooth creamy consistency.
- Vanilla extract – Rounds out the flavor.
- Powdered sugar – For the perfect glaze texture.
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.