Recipe

Homemade Spiced Dutch Breakfast Cake

Aromatic Delight: Dutch Spice Cake

4.5 out of 5

Indulge in the flavors of Dutch cuisine with this homemade spiced Dutch breakfast cake. Bursting with warm spices and a moist texture, this cake is a beloved traditional treat in the Netherlands.

Sweet Bread› Ontbijtkoek

European cuisine› Western European cuisine› Dutch cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

60-70 minutes

Total time

75-85 minutes

Yields

8 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Dairy-free (if using non-dairy milk), Nut-free, Soy-free, Egg-free

Allergens

Wheat (gluten), Milk

Not suitable for

Gluten-free (contains all-purpose flour), Vegan (contains milk)

Ingredients

2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (200g) brown sugar 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
1 cup (240ml) milk 1 cup (240ml) milk
1/4 cup (60ml) molasses 1/4 cup (60ml) molasses
1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt Pinch of salt

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
Fat: 5g (1g saturated)
Carbohydrates: 50g (30g sugars)
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1.
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, molasses, and vegetable oil.
4.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until well combined.
5.
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
6.
Bake for approximately 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Molasses — If you prefer a stronger molasses flavor, you can increase the amount to 1/2 cup (120ml). However, be cautious as it may affect the texture of the cake.

Tips & Tricks

For a spicier flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cardamom or black pepper to the batter.
Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to achieve clean and neat slices.
Store the cake in an airtight container to maintain its moisture and flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the spiced Dutch breakfast cake sliced and spread with butter or margarine. It pairs well with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy breakfast or afternoon treat.