Caramel Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and replaces the word nice with emptyasted Pecans: A rich and comforting treat

This Caramel Spice Cake is the ultimate dessert for anyone who loves the warm flavors of cinnamon, allspice, and pecans paired with the indulgent richness of salted caramel and cream cheese frosting. With two layers of moist, spiced sponge cake, a generous topping of toasted pecans, and a creamy frosting, every bite of this cake brings comfort and decadence. The cake is topped with a beautiful drizzle of caramel pecan sauce that creates a delicious finishing touch, perfect for any special occasion or cozy gathering.

Why you’ll love this recipe

You’ll fall in love with this cake for its perfect combination of flavors and textures. The warm spices of cinnamon and allspice in the moist sponge cake pair beautifully with the buttery pecans and rich, salted caramel. The cream cheese frosting adds a tangy sweetness that balances the deeper, more complex flavors of the caramel and spices. Plus, this cake is easy to adapt with dairy-free or vegan alternatives, so it fits a variety of dietary needs without compromising flavor or texture.

Perfect for all occasions

This caramel spice cake is perfect for holiday parties, fall and winter celebrations, or any time you want a show-stopping dessert to impress your guests. Its rich flavors and stunning appearance make it a perfect centerpiece for special occasions like birthdays, family dinners, or holiday parties. Because it includes classic fall flavors like cinnamon and pecans, it’s a fantastic option for Thanksgiving or Christmas dessert tables. Plus, the sweet and salty combination makes it irresistible to kids and adults alike.

Decorating Tips

For a stunning presentation, consider creating caramel drips around the edges of the cake using a spoon, letting the caramel sauce drip down the sides for a dramatic effect. replaces the word nice with empty elevate the look even further, sprinkle a few more toasted pecans on top and gently press them into the sides of the cake. For an added twist, you can also sprinkle a light dusting of cinnamon on top or add a few decorative swirls of cream cheese frosting. Serve the cake on a cake stand for a truly spectacular dessert presentation.

Ingredients for the spiced sponge cake:

• 300 ml (1¼ cups) milk (unsweetened almond milk or any other milk of your choice)
• 1 tablespoon of white vinegar
• 70 g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar
• 165 g (¾ cup) light brown sugar
• 90 ml (⅓ cup) neutral oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons of cinnamon powder
• ½ teaspoon allspice powder
• 15 g (2 tablespoons) cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 2¼ teaspoons baking powder
• 225 g (1¾ cups) all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions for Spiced Sponge Cake:

1. Preheat the oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch (20 cm) cake pans with oil and line the bottoms with baking paper to make it easier to remove.
2. Curdle the milk:
   In a small bowl, combine the milk and white vinegar. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to curdle and create a homemade buttermilk substitute.
3. Mix the wet ingredients:
   Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, neutral oil and vanilla extract to the curdled milk. Whisk until the sugar is almost dissolved.
4. Prepare the dry ingredients:
   In a separate bowl, combine cinnamon, allspice, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, flour, and salt. Stir until well combined.
5. Mix the wet and dry ingredients:
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.
6. Divide and cook:
   Divide cake batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until cakes are firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool completely on a wire rack.
7. Cutting the cakes:
   Once cooled, trim the tops of the cakes if necessary to create an even surface for assembly.

Ingredients for Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 170 g (¾ cup) salted butter, softened (or vegan butter if you prefer)
• 170 g (¾ cup) cream cheese, at room temperature (or dairy-free cream cheese)
• 2-3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 120 g (1 cup) caster sugar

Cream Cheese Frosting Instructions:

1. Beat the butter and sugar:
   In a bowl, beat the softened butter and icing sugar together for about 5 minutes using an electric mixer or flat beater until light and fluffy.
2. Add the cream cheese:
   Add the cream cheese and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and continue mixing until smooth and creamy.

Ingredients for the filling and topping:

• 82 g (¾ cup) toasted pecans, chopped (or more if desired)
• ½ cup salted caramel sauce (for garnish and drizzling)

Assembling the cake:

1. Frost between layers:
   Place one cake layer on your serving plate. Add 5-6 spoonfuls of cream cheese frosting and spread evenly. Sprinkle ¼ cup toasted pecans over frosting. Drizzle generously with salted caramel sauce.
2. Frost the cake:
   Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
3. Cool the cake:
   Refrigerate the frosted cake for 30 minutes to help the frosting set.
4. Add the caramel pecan topping:
   Mix ½ cup room temperature salted caramel sauce with remaining pecans. Drizzle caramel and pecan mixture over the top of the cooled cake. Use a spoon to create beautiful drips down the sides for a stunning finish.

Enjoy this rich and indulgent Caramel Spice Cake, perfect for any celebration or cozy evening!