Sure, let’s delve into the delightful world of Vermont Spice Cake! 🍰 This recipe, perfect for festive occasions like Christmas and Thanksgiving, will fill your kitchen with the warm aromas of spices and pumpkin, creating a comforting treat that’s sure to be a hit with family and friends. With a prep time of just 1 hour and 15 minutes and a total cook time of 1 hour and 55 minutes, you’ll soon have a mouthwatering masterpiece ready to enjoy.
Vermont Spice Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 11 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup butter, softened
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons maple flavoring
- Chopped nuts for topping
Instructions:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- In a larger mixing bowl, beat together the sugar and softened butter until creamy.
- Add the eggs to the sugar-butter mixture and beat for 2 minutes until well incorporated.
- Mix in the canned pumpkin, evaporated milk, water, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, beating until smooth.
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then evenly spread the cake batter into them.
- Bake the cakes at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then carefully remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on the wire rack.
Frosting:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the maple flavoring until well combined.
Assembly:
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, use a long serrated knife to horizontally slice each cake into two layers.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of frosting on top.
- Stack another cake layer on top and repeat until all layers are stacked, frosting between each layer.
- Finish by frosting the top of the cake, leaving the sides unfrosted for a rustic look.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts evenly over the top of the cake for added texture and flavor.
Now, slice into this luscious Vermont Spice Cake and savor each bite of its moist, spiced goodness. Whether enjoyed as a dessert centerpiece for holiday gatherings or simply as a cozy treat with a cup of tea, this cake is sure to bring joy to any occasion. Enjoy! 🎉
