Best 7 Citrus Frosted Spice Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful harmony of citrus and spice with our curated collection of the best "Citrus Frosted Spice Cake" recipes. These culinary creations are a symphony of flavors, blending the vibrant zest of citrus with the warmth of aromatic spices. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, ensuring a perfect balance between sweetness, tanginess, and a touch of spice. Whether you prefer a classic frosted cake or a modern layered masterpiece, our selection offers something to satisfy your cravings. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with these delectable citrus frosted spice cake recipes.

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CITRUS FROSTED SPICE CAKE



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Enjoy this citrusy pumpkin pie spice cake made using Betty Crocker® Gluten Free yellow cake mix that's perfect for dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free yellow cake mix
Water, butter and eggs called for on cake mix box
1/4 cup mild-flavor (light) molasses
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon gluten-free vanilla
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease bottom only of 8- or 9-inch square pan with shortening.
  • In large bowl, beat all cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Spread batter in pan.
  • Bake 8-inch pan 35 to 40 minutes, 9-inch pan 33 to 38 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat 1/4 cup butter, the milk, orange peel and vanilla with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time. Frost cake. Sprinkle with walnuts. Cut into 3 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 61 g, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg

SPICE CAKE WITH LEMON SAUCE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Cooking spray
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
6 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup sour cream
3 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
Juice of 3 lemons
Grated zest of 1 lemon
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cut into cubes

Steps:

  • For the spice cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray the inside of a 10-inch Bundt pan with cooking spray.
  • Cream the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg.
  • Add the eggs to the creamed butter, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the sour cream, alternating with the flour mixture, beginning and ending with the flour and beating until no flour is visible -- don't overbeat.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan; tap the pan on the counter to remove any air pockets. Bake for 1 hour, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool slightly in the pan, 5 to 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack while still warm.
  • For the lemon sauce: Meanwhile, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar in the top of a double boiler over medium heat. Stir in the lemon juice, zest and butter. Cook until thickened, whisking often, about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the cake warm or room temperature with the lemon sauce.

CITRUS LAYER CAKE WITH ORANGE AND CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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This cake appeared in The Times in 1954 as Halloween Cake, the centerpiece for a children's party. When you strip away the original instructions for decoration (dyed yellow frosting and a black cat of piped chocolate), you're left with a luscious citrus cake that works for any occasion, All Hallows' Eve included.

Provided by Sara Bonisteel

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup/113 grams unsalted butter, plus more for greasing pans
2 1/4 cups/270 grams cake flour
1 tablespoon/14 grams double-acting baking powder
1 teaspoon/6 grams salt
1 1/2 cups /300 grams sugar
1 tablespoon/18 grams orange zest (from 2 oranges)
1 teaspoon/3 grams lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
1 cup/237 milliliters whole milk
2 eggs
4 tablespoons/61 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 pound/453 grams confectioners sugar
1 pasteurized egg
2 tablespoons/30 milliliters whole milk
1/2 teaspoon/2.5 milliliters orange extract
1/4 teaspoon/1 gram salt
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate/29 grams, melted
1/2 cup/100 grams chocolate chips or candy corn, finely chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease two nine-inch round pans, line bottoms with parchment paper and grease the paper. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
  • In a separate bowl, cream butter and grated orange and lemon zests. Sift dry ingredients into creamed butter and add about 3/4 cup (177 milliliters) milk. Mix until flour is dampened then beat on low speed for 2 minutes. Add remaining milk and eggs and beat on low for 1 minute more.
  • Divide batter between two pans and smooth the top. Bake for 25 minutes or until the cake rebounds to touch when pressed.
  • Cool cake in pans on cooling rack for 10 minutes, and then remove from pan. Discard parchment paper and turn cakes right side up on racks. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, make the frosting: Cream butter and gradually add about a third of the confectioners sugar, blending well after each addition. Add pasteurized egg, then remaining sugar and milk, using enough liquid to give a good spreading consistency. Add orange extract and salt and blend thoroughly.
  • Remove 1/2 cup of frosting to a small bowl and stir in melted chocolate. Cover with a damp cloth or paper towel and save for decorating cake. Place one round on cake plate and spread with orange frosting. Sprinkle with chopped chocolate or candy corn, if using. Top with second cake layer. Frost sides from top edge down over the sides. Spread remaining orange frosting on top and spread to edge. Pipe chocolate frosting. Let stand till frosting is dry.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 476, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 323 milligrams, Sugar 63 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FROSTED SPICE CAKE



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From Berkshire, Massachusetts, Lorraine Darocha sends this moist and flavorful spice cake. It's easy to add cinnamon to prepared vanilla frosting for the fast finishing touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/8 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups water
2/3 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 can (12 ounces) whipped vanilla frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Combine the water, oil, vinegar and vanilla; add to dry ingredients and beat until smooth (batter will be thin). , Pour into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Stir remaining cinnamon into frosting; spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICE CAKE WITH FROSTING



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My Grandma Susie would take this wonderful cake to barn raisings and to barn dances, where my Grandpa Ward would also take his fiddle. I hope my two grandchildren will have such warm memories of me when they are grandparents.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed dark brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup buttermilk
SEVEN-MINUTE FROSTING:
4 large egg whites
1-1/3 cups sugar
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. , Pour into two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a heatproof bowl of a stand mixer, whisk egg whites, sugar, water and cream of tartar until blended. Place over simmering water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisking constantly, heat mixture until a thermometer reads 160°, about 2-3 minutes., Remove from heat; add vanilla. With the whisk attachment of a stand mixer, beat on high speed until stiff glossy peaks form, about 7 minutes. Spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of cake. Store frosted cake, uncovered, in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (59g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CARAMEL SPICE CAKE



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Nice, old-fashioned cake. The recipe was given to me by my favorite aunt.

Provided by GINGER P

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 21

¾ cup shortening
1 ⅓ cups packed brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups buttermilk
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¾ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup chopped pecans
¼ cup butter
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
¼ cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 (9 inch) pans. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg, cloves and allspice. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, brown sugar and 1 cup white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with 1 1/2 buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Stir in pecans. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  • To make the frosting: In a large bowl, combine butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla and about 1 cup of the confectioners' sugar. Beat well, then gradually beat in the remaining confectioners' sugar alternately with 1/4 cup buttermilk. Beat until smooth and creamy and spread on cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Carbohydrate 74.6 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 353.6 mg, Sugar 55.2 g

SPICE CAKE II



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This cake smells so good while baking. The maple-flavored seven minute frosting is totally awesome.

Provided by LaDonna

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ cup margarine, softened
¼ cup shortening
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup maple flavored syrup
3 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the margarine, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • To make the Maple-Flavored Seven Minute Frosting: In a saucepan, heat maple syrup until boiling. Let boil for an additional 5 minutes. In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually pour in hot maple syrup, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 186 mg, Sugar 28 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your cake will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Preheat Your Oven: Always preheat your oven before you start baking. This will help ensure that your cake bakes evenly.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can make your cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Before you frost the cake, let it cool completely. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a Good Quality Frosting: The frosting is what makes this cake special. Use a good quality frosting that you know you'll love.
  • Decorate the Cake to Your Liking: Have fun decorating the cake! You can use sprinkles, candy, or even fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

This Citrus Frosted Spice Cake is a delicious and festive cake that's perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful cake layers, tangy citrus frosting, and beautiful decoration, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a special cake to bake, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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