Toasted Nut Spice Cake Recipe

Name: Toasted Nut Spice Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups brown sugar packed; 2 each egg yolks; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/4 cups sour milk; 213 cups flour, all-purpose; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg ground; 1/2 teaspoon cloves ground; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 each egg whites; 1 cup brown sugar packed; 1/2 cup nuts chopped

Servings: persons

⅔ cup vegetable shortening
2 cups brown sugar packed
2 each egg yolks
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 cups sour milk
213 cups flour, all-purpose
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg ground
1/2 teaspoon cloves ground
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 each egg whites
1 cup brown sugar packed
1/2 cup nuts chopped

1
To make sour cream, add 1 1/4 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice to the milk and let stand a few minutes before using in this recipe.
2
Cream together shortening and brown sugar.
3
Add eggs, mix well.
4
Dissolve baking soda in sour milk and set aside.
5
Combine all remaining dry ingredients.
6
Add sour milk and dry ingredients alternately to cream mixture.
7
Add vanilla and mix until smooth.
8
Spread into greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
9
To prepare meringue: Beat egg whites until stiff.
10
Slowly add brown sugar and continue beating until smooth.
11
Spread over cake batter and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
12
Bake in preheated 350F (180C).
13
oven for about 50 minutes.

24084

kcal

Calories

Fat

5025

Carbs

654

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: ⅔ cup vegetable shortening, 2 cups brown sugar packed, 2 each egg yolks, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Toasted Nut Spice Cake 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.

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Toasted Nut Spice Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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