Spice Cake Depression Cake I for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (180g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Light brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (6g)
• Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
• Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (2g)
• Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (1g)
• Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Water: 1 cup (240ml)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, water, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving (1/8 of the cake)
• Carbohydrates: 42g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and tender
• Sweet and spicy
• Reminiscent of classic Depression-era cakes
• Easy to make and a great way to use up pantry staples

User Comments:

• "This cake is delicious! It's so moist and flavorful. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus."
• "I love the spice combination in this cake. It's perfect for fall."
• "This is a great cake to make when you're craving something sweet but don't want to spend a lot of money."
• "My guests loved this cake! It was a hit at my last party."
• "I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cake tough.
• If you don't have baking soda, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon (3g) of baking powder.
• You can add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts or raisins to the batter for extra flavor.
• Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. It can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.