Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
- Light brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (1g)
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks) (227g)
- Large eggs: 2
- Apple butter: 1 cup (240g)
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the apple butter.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sodium: 350mg
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 30g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Warm and spicy with a hint of sweetness
- Perfect for fall or winter gatherings
- Pairs well with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream
User Comments:
- "This cake was absolutely delicious! The apple butter and spices gave it a unique and comforting flavor."
- "I love the warm and inviting aroma of this cake. It's a perfect treat for a chilly evening."
- "The cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. My guests raved about it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use softened butter for the best texture and flavor.
- If you don't have apple butter, you can substitute with applesauce or pumpkin puree.
- To prevent the cake from sticking to the pan, grease it thoroughly before flouring.
- Let the cake cool completely before inverting it onto a wire rack to prevent it from breaking.
