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Apple Butter Spice Cake Recipe

Apple Butter Spice Cake is the ultimate fall dessert. Rich in flavor, perfectly spiced, and incredibly moist, it’s easy to make and even easier to love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 9

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup apple butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, oil, eggs, apple butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the batter; stir just until combined for the best texture.
  • For extra indulgence, top with cream cheese frosting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Want to freeze it? Wrap slices individually in plastic wrap and freeze up to 2 months.