Spice Cake with Praline Recipe 🍰
Overview:
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of our Spice Cake with Praline recipe, a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. This moist and aromatic cake is infused with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, balanced with the richness of molasses and vanilla extract. Topped with a fluffy whipped cream topping and adorned with crunchy hazelnut praline, it’s a decadent treat that will surely impress your guests. Follow our step-by-step instructions to create this masterpiece in your own kitchen!
- Preparation Time: 35 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Servings: 16 slices
- Calories per Serving: 322.7 kcal
- Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Weeknight, For Large Groups, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ginger
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup hazelnuts
Instructions:
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Prepare the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Prepare the Pan:
- Coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
- Line the bottom with waxed paper for easy removal.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, salt, ground cloves, and baking powder. Set aside.
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Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter with both granulated and light brown sugars, molasses, and vanilla extract until creamy and well combined.
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Incorporate Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and milk, alternating between the two, and mixing until smooth.
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Bake the Cake:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cooling and Assembling:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
- Remove the sides of the pan, then carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, remove the bottom of the pan and the waxed paper.
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Prepare the Topping:
- In a clean mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and granulated sugar until medium peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake.
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Make the Praline:
- Toast the hazelnuts on a baking sheet in the preheated oven for about 7 minutes, or until lightly colored.
- Rub the toasted hazelnuts in a towel to remove the skins, then chop them finely.
- Line a large baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
- In a small saucepan (not nonstick), combine 2/3 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons of water, and a pinch of salt.
- Heat over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until the mixture becomes bubbly, then simmer until it turns a light golden color.
- Stir in the chopped hazelnuts until they are evenly coated.
- Carefully spread the hazelnut mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and let it cool completely, about 15 minutes.
- Once cooled, break the praline into small pieces.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Sprinkle the prepared hazelnut praline over the whipped cream-topped cake.
- Slice and serve this delectable Spice Cake with Praline to your eager guests and watch them delight in every bite!
This Spice Cake with Praline is a delightful fusion of warm spices, creamy whipped topping, and crunchy nutty goodness, making it a standout dessert that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the comforting flavors and textures of this irresistible treat!
