Imagine a cake that combines the warmth of traditional Amish baking with an unexpected twist of spicy charm! This Amish Friendship Spicy Topped Cake is not just another dessert – it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering masterpiece. With its perfect blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and crunchy nuts, this cake promises to be the star of your next gathering, delivering a flavor explosion that will have everyone begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan with butter or cooking spray, ensuring even coverage.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Gently fold in the chopped nuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform thickness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice into 12 equal servings and serve. Optional: dust with powdered sugar or add a light glaze if desired.
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the smoothest, most well-incorporated batter.
- Don't Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix just until incorporated. Overmixing can lead to a tough, dense cake.
- Nut Selection: Toast your chopped nuts lightly before adding them to the batter to enhance their flavor and add extra crunch.
- Pan Preparation: Use parchment paper in addition to greasing the pan for easy cake removal and perfect edges.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling and ensure clean, perfect cuts.
- Serving Suggestion: For an extra touch of elegance, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light vanilla glaze just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 65mg
