Spiced Tomato Sensation Cake
Indulge in the delightful surprise of Spiced Tomato Sensation Cake, a unique twist on traditional spice cakes. The secret ingredient, tomato soup, adds moisture and richness without overpowering the classic flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. With a wonderfully soft texture and a subtle sweetness, this cake is perfect for any occasion. Each slice pairs beautifully with a variety of frostings—whether you choose a buttery glaze, creamy peanut butter frosting, or a rich coffee frosting, you'll want to keep this recipe close. Your guests will be left guessing the special ingredient in this irresistibly moist dessert.
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Servings
300
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
tomato soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can (condensed)
eggs
2 (slightly beaten)
water
1 tablespoon (none)
flour
2 cups (all-purpose)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
nutmeg
1 teaspoon (ground)
clove
1 teaspoon (ground)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (none)
raisins
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a tube pan thoroughly.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the sugar and softened butter together until light and fluffy.
3
Gradually add the tomato soup to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until well blended.
4
In a separate bowl, slightly beat the eggs and mix them with the tablespoon of water. Add this mixture to the cake batter, stirring until combined.
5
In another bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and baking soda. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the wet batter, ensuring that everything is well combined and scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
6
Fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Be careful not to overbake, as this will dry out the cake.
9
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10
Once cooled, frost with your choice of butter frosting, peanut butter frosting, or coffee frosting.
Nutrition Information
13
Fat
43
Carbs
3.3
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Spiced Tomato Sensation Cake?
It is a unique twist on traditional spice cakes that uses tomato soup to add moisture and richness without overpowering the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove.
What is the secret ingredient in this cake?
The secret ingredient is a 10.75-ounce can of condensed tomato soup.
Does the cake taste like tomato soup?
No, the tomato soup provides moisture and a soft texture while the classic spice flavors remain the focus.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What type of pan should I use?
You should use a thoroughly greased tube pan.
How do I start the mixing process?
Start by creaming 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of softened butter together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
When should the tomato soup be added?
Gradually add the tomato soup to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, mixing until well blended.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The two eggs should be slightly beaten before being mixed with a tablespoon of water.
What dry ingredients are sifted together?
You should sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon of ground clove, and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
How do I combine the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually mix the sifted dry ingredients into the wet batter, ensuring everything is well combined and scraping down the sides of the bowl.
When are the walnuts and raisins added?
The 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts and 1 cup of raisins should be folded in after the batter is mixed until they are evenly distributed.
How long does the cake bake?
The cake should bake for approximately 45 minutes.
How do I check if the cake is finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
What happens if I overbake the cake?
Overbaking will cause the cake to dry out, so it is important to watch the time carefully.
How long should the cake cool in the tube pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
What frostings pair well with this cake?
This cake pairs beautifully with butter frosting, peanut butter frosting, or coffee frosting.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 13 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this cake?
There are 43 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in the cake?
Each serving provides about 3.3 grams of protein.
Is this cake suitable for fall occasions?
Yes, the combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves makes it perfect for fall flavors.
What is the texture of the Spiced Tomato Sensation Cake?
The cake has a wonderfully soft texture and an irresistibly moist crumb.
Should the butter be melted or softened?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened butter for proper creaming with the sugar.
How much tomato soup is needed?
You need one 10 3/4 ounce can of condensed tomato soup.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Can I substitute the walnuts?
While the recipe calls for chopped walnuts, you can likely omit them or substitute them with another nut of your choice.
Do I need to sift the spices?
Yes, sifting the spices with the flour and baking soda ensures even distribution throughout the batter.
What is the purpose of the water in the recipe?
One tablespoon of water is mixed with the beaten eggs to help incorporate them into the batter.
Is the sugar granulated?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How many ingredients are in the Spiced Tomato Sensation Cake?
The recipe consists of 12 main ingredients.