Super Moist Spice Cake

Super Moist Spice Cake is a delightfully tender cake that’s filled with warm, aromatic spices and topped with a creamy frosting. It’s not heavy or overly sweet either. I think it’s a perfect autumn or holiday dessert, and if you’re not a fan of heavy frosting, feel free to keep it light.

It will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a moist & flavorful dessert that’s not overly sweet, you’ve come to the right place. When you make a soft and spongy spice cake and pair it with a creamy, smooth frosting, you get the perfect cake. The addition of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for cozy autumn days, and this dreamy cake reminds me of fall & holidays. Not a fan of heavy frosting? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious with a light glaze.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rubber spatula
• 9×13-inch baking pan
• Cooling rack
• Offset spatula or butter knife (for frosting)

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk

For the Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)

Directions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Set aside.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
5. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the top with a rubber spatula. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan on a cooling rack.
6. Prepare the Frosting:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
7. Frost the Cake:
   • Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top with an offset spatula or butter knife.
8. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Slice and serve this Super Moist Spice Cake for a delicious, cozy treat. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Enjoy this flavorful and moist cake that captures the essence of warm, cozy spices perfect for any autumn or holiday gathering!