Spiced Layer Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Spiced Layer Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cups sugar; 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature; 1 tablespoon grated orange peel; 4 large eggs; 1 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup whole milk; Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

Servings: persons

2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole milk
Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Butter three 9-inch-diameter cake pans.
3
Line bottom of pans with waxed paper.
4
Butter and flour pans; tap out excess flour.
5
Sift first 8 ingredients into medium bowl.
6
Using electric mixer, beat sugar, butter and orange peel in large bowl until fluffy.
7
Beat in eggs 1 at a time.
8
Stir flour mixture into butter mixture alternately with sour cream and milk.
9
Divide batter among prepared pans.
10
Bake cakes until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes.
11
Transfer pans to racks and cool 10 minutes.
12
Turn cakes out onto racks and cool completely.
13
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
14
Store airtight at room temperature.)
15
Place 1 cake layer on platter.
16
Spread 2/3 cup frosting over.
17
Top with second cake layer.
18
Spread 2/3 cup frosting over.
19
Top with third cake layer.
20
Cover top and sides of cake with remaining frosting.
21
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
22
Cover with cake dome and store at room temperature.)

1297

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Spiced Layer Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!