Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with this Festive Spiced Cake, a delightful treat that embodies the warmth and joy of the season. This cake is a perfect blend of traditional holiday spices like nutmeg, clove powder, cardamom, vanilla, and cinnamon, combined with the richness of butter, sugar, and eggs. Enhanced with a touch of rum, and mixed with flour and baking powder, this cake is further enriched with coarsely chopped nuts and chocolate. The result is a moist, flavorful, and richly spiced cake that’s ideal for celebrating the festive season.
Why You’ll Love This:
- Rich Holiday Spices: Creates a warm and comforting flavor.
- Textural Delight: The nuts and chocolate add a satisfying crunch.
- Versatile Serving Options: Perfect with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting.
Perfect Occasion: This Festive Spiced Cake is a wonderful addition to any holiday table, be it Christmas, New Year’s, or any festive gathering. It’s also a great choice for a cozy winter evening dessert or as a special treat to share with family and friends during the holiday season.
Festive Spiced Cake
Ingredients:
- 150g butter
- 220g sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 tablespoons rum
- A pinch each of nutmeg, clove powder, cardamom, vanilla flavoring
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 400g flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1/8 liter milk
- 100g coarsely chopped nuts
- 100g coarsely chopped chocolate
Instructions:
- Prepare the Batter: Cream the butter with sugar, vanilla sugar, and eggs until fluffy. Add rum and spices.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Mix in flour and baking powder. Alternate with adding milk to create a smooth batter.
- Include Nuts and Chocolate: Stir in the chopped nuts and chocolate.
- Bake: Pour the batter into a loaf pan. Bake at 180°C on the lowest oven rack for about 55-60 minutes. Perform a toothpick test to ensure doneness.
- Serve: Enjoy this spiced cake with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting.
Indulge in this Festive Spiced Cake and let the delightful combination of spices, nuts, and chocolate bring joy and warmth to your holiday celebrations.
