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Spice Cake with Maple Icing

Spice Cake with Maple Icing

A delightful spice cake topped with rich maple icing for a perfect dessert.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted for better texture
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp ground cloves
  • 0.5 cups milk whole milk preferred
  • 1 cup maple syrup for the icing

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
  • In a bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Once cooled, drizzle maple syrup over the top as icing.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle chopped nuts on top of the icing.