Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (281g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
- Light brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons (4g)
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon (1g)
- Ground cloves: 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
- Raisins: 1 cup (140g)
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Eggs: 2 large
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in raisins.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per slice
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful spice cake
- Filled with plump raisins
- Topped with a light glaze (optional)
User Comments:
- "This cake is absolutely delicious! The spices give it such a warm and inviting flavor."
- "It's easy to make and always a hit with my family."
- "I love that it's not too sweet, so I can enjoy it for breakfast or dessert."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh buttermilk for the best flavor.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting, or the frosting will melt.
