French Spice Cake Recipe π«π·π°
Description: Dive into the rich tradition of holiday baking with this delightful French Spice Cake recipe! Dense and flavorful, it’s a staple from the pages of Better Homes and Gardens Christmas cookbook, perfect for creating cherished memories with family and friends.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 18
- Calories per serving: 255.2
- Fat Content: 7.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 35.2mg
- Sodium Content: 100.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 45.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 26.7g
- Protein Content: 3.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Honey |
| 1 | Boiling water |
| 2 | Lemons, rind of |
| 3 1/2 | Flour |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 1 | Baking powder |
| 1 | Cinnamon |
| 1/2 | Baking soda |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 1/4 | Clove |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 1/2 | Vegetable oil |
Instructions:
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In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey, boiling water, and grated lemon peel, then set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and ground cloves until well combined.
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Add the honey mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until the batter is nearly smooth.
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In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and vegetable oil together, then add them to the batter, stirring until fully incorporated.
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Grease and flour a 10-inch fluted pan, then pour the batter into it, spreading it evenly.
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Bake the cake at 325Β°F (163Β°C) for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
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Carefully remove the cake from the pan and let it cool completely on the wire rack.
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Once cooled, wrap the cake and store it overnight to enhance the flavors.
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Serve slices of this decadent French Spice Cake with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired, and enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of the holiday season!
This recipe captures the essence of European baking traditions, infusing your kitchen with the cozy aromas of cinnamon, cloves, and citrus. Whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy weeknight treat, this French Spice Cake is sure to be a hit with everyone, young and old alike!
