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Spice bundt cake with caramel cream cheese frosting on a plate.

Spice Bundt Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

This Spice Bundt Cake with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting is a cinch to make! This cake uses classic fall spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, and is super moist thanks to the extra-virgin olive oil and sour cream.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 13
Author: Jamie

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cups light-brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

For the caramel cream cheese frosting

  • 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter room temperature
  • 1/3 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare the bundt pan with olive oil or non-stick spray. Coat the inside of the pan with a dusting of flour and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • With a hand mixer, mix together the olive oil, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until fully combined.
  • Add the sour cream and mix until combined. Then, add the baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Gradually add the flour as you mix the ingredients. Use a spatula to scrape the sides.
  • Pour the batter into the bundt pan, making sure it's evenly dispersed. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes, though depending on the oven it could take anywhere from 40-50 minutes. The cake will be done if you stick a toothpick in it and it comes out mostly clean but with a few crumbs. You do not want any wet batter still on the toothpick.
  • Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a plate or cake stand. To transfer it, place it upside down on a plate. If the cake needs some coaxing to be released, use a butter knife to gently press between the cake and the pan. Work your way around the cake to help loosen the cake from the pan. It should easily come out of the pan.
  • To make the caramel cream cheese frosting:
    Mix together the cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and caramel sauce. Once creamed together, gradually add the powdered sugar. Finally, add the heavy cream or milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches the desired consistency. To have more of a glaze or thinner frosting, add 1/4 milk. For thicker frosting, add less.
  • Wait until the cake is cooled completely before topping it with frosting.

Notes

Store the cake in an airtight container for 2-3 days. If refrigerating, store for up to 5 days.
This cake can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and an airtight container. Allow to thaw at room temperature before eating!

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 458IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 1mg
Calories: 464kcal
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