Aged Spice Cake with Orange Glaze
A spiced cake infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a zesty orange glaze for a sweet finish. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 70 minutes layers all-purpose flour, softened butter, sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup, softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 3 tbsp orange juice
- 1/4 cup orange glaze
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan and set aside.
- Step 2: In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Step 3: Stir in flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest until just combined. Fold in milk to create a smooth batter.
- Step 4: Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool, then drizzle with orange glaze.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Aged Spice Cake with Orange Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (30 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Aged Spice Cake with Orange Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Aged Spice Cake with Orange Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Aged Spice Cake with Orange Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Aged Spice Cake with Orange Glaze?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to general dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
