Autumn Walnut Spice Cake: Your New Favorite Fall Dessert!
As the leaves change colors and the air gets crisper, there’s nothing quite like the aroma of a freshly baked cake to make your home feel cozy. And, if you’re anything like me, the perfect recipe for this season is a warm, comforting Walnut Spice Cake. It’s rich, it’s aromatic, and oh, it pairs beautifully with your favorite hot beverage!
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What Makes This Walnut Spice Cake Special?
This isn’t just any cake. It embodies the essence of fall with its decadent spices and robust flavors of walnuts. Imagine sinking your teeth into a moist slice of cake that bursts with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, the crunchiness of walnuts adding that perfect texture. It’s a cake that promises to steal the spotlight at any autumn gathering.
Reasons to Love This Recipe
– It’s incredibly flavorful and moist.
– Perfect for any fall celebration or a cozy night in.
– Aromatic spices that scream autumn.
Taste and Benefits:
Let’s talk about taste – every bite of this cake is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy, with the earthy tones of walnuts shining through. Not only is it delicious, but baking this cake fills your home with an inviting and heartwarming scent that is the very essence of fall.
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Ingredients:
– All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups
– Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
– Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
– Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
– Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
– Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
– Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon
– Unsalted butter: 3/4 cup (softened)
– Granulated sugar: 1 cup
– Light brown sugar: 1/2 cup (packed)
– Eggs: 3 large
– Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
– Buttermilk: 3/4 cup
– Walnuts: 1 1/2 cups (finely chopped)
– Golden raisins: 1/2 cup (optional)
For the Frosting:
– Unsalted butter: 1 cup (softened)
– Powdered sugar: 4 cups (sifted)
– Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
– Heavy cream: 2 tablespoons
– Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
Necessary Tools:
– 9-inch round cake pan
– Whisk
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
Variations or Substitutions:
Feeling adventurous? Swap out walnuts for pecans or mix in some dried cranberries for an extra burst of fall flavor!
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), grease, and flour your cake pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, soda, salt, and spices.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In another bowl, cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
4. Combine Mixtures: Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
5. Fold in Extras: Stir in walnuts, and if you’re using them, the raisins, too!
6. Bake: Pour into the pan and bake for 35-40 minutes. Cool before frosting.
7. Make Frosting: Beat butter for the frosting, add powdered sugar, vanilla, cream, and cinnamon until smooth.
Cake Pairings and Serving Suggestions:
Serve this delightful cake with a dollop of whipped cream or alongside a steaming mug of apple cider for the ultimate fall treat.
Tips for Perfection:
For an even rise, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking! And don’t open the oven while the cake is baking, as this could cause it to deflate.
Storing Your Cake:
Keep the cake covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. It’s just as delicious chilled!
FAQs:
– Can I make this cake gluten-free? Absolutely! Substitute the all-purpose flour with your favorite gluten-free blend.
– Can I freeze this cake? Yes, frost the cake and then freeze. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
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Wrap-Up
This Walnut Spice Cake is everything you could ask for in a fall dessert and more! It’s simple, delicious, and perfectly spiced. Try this recipe today and let it become a new tradition in your home. Don’t forget to share your creations and leave a review!
Love this recipe? Check out my other fall favorites like Pumpkin Spice Muffins and Apple Cider Donuts! Happy Baking!
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