Spice Cake With Caramel Icing (dairy)
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Ingredients 2 cups flour 1 1/3 cups sugar 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/3 cup shortening 1 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 large eggs CARAMEL ICING: 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed 1/4 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350. In a bowl sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. In the bowl of an electric mixer combine the shortening, milk, and vanilla; beat on slow to medium speed for 2 minutes. Scrape sides and bottom of mixing bowl several times. Beat in eggs and continue to beat for 2 minutes longer. Add the flour mixture and mix to combine. Spoon batter into a generously greased and floured 9x13x2-inch baking pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Cool and frost with caramel icing.

Caramel Icing: In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, milk, and butter. Stirring constantly; bring to a boil and boil for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Let cool to lukewarm. Beat until creamy and thick enough to spread. If too thick, add a little more milk or a small amount of cream. Serves 8 to 10.

Serving Size

Serves 8 to 10.

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