Baked From Scratch: Cakes— Spice Cake with Maple Espresso Buttercream

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

Applesauce reduces fat and adds moisture.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour a cake pan.

In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.

In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla.

Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Frost with cream cheese frosting if desired.

Slice and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens