CHOCOLATE SPICE LAYER CAKE WITH CARAMEL ICING

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Mariann James of Ferguson, Missouri created a sweet and salty favorite with her original recipe for chocolate spice cake with caramel icing. The spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar was a perfect addition to her unique cake. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 eggs
2 cups cake flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
3 teaspoons Gustus Vitae spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1-1/3 cups 2% milk
ICING:
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel popcorn with peanuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of two well-greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper. In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in chocolate. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, spicy chocolate cinnamon sugar, salt, allspice and cloves; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, cream and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook and stir 3 minutes. Remove from heat; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and vanilla., Place one cake layer on a serving plate; pour half of the warm icing over the cake. Top with remaining cake layer. Pour remaining icing over top of cake. If desired, top with caramel popcorn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (71g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

zolboo zaki
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This cake is perfect for any occasion.


Spyno
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I would recommend this cake to anyone who loves chocolate cake.


Reshma Rana
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This cake is definitely worth trying. The unique flavor combination is sure to please everyone.


Al shain Abdullah
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Overall, this is a good chocolate cake recipe. It's easy to make and the end result is delicious.


Alif Kazi
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The cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the caramel icing was amazing.


Kazi Sritu
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but it still tasted good.


Abdinasir Abdiaziz
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The cake was a bit dry, but the caramel icing was delicious.


Jordan Kiboko
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.


Laltv Tech
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The spices and caramel icing really set it apart from other chocolate cakes.


ATTACK GAMING
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This cake is definitely a keeper! I will be making it again and again.


Xr South
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good. The spices and caramel icing really made it special.


Fernando Garcia
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. The caramel icing is the perfect finishing touch.


Ansari Sab
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he had ever had.


Chidiebube
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I was a bit skeptical about the spice combination in this cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. The spices really added a unique and delicious flavor to the cake.


Imri Leibovich
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The cake was easy to make and the instructions were clear. The end result was a delicious and beautiful cake that was perfect for my daughter's birthday party.


popgirl Yachou
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I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.


Wasi Awan
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This chocolate spice layer cake with caramel icing was a hit at my dinner party! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the caramel icing was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this cake again.