Leprechaun Spice Cake

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Servings: 24 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist, vegan fruitcake with warm spices and a hint of stout
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This dense and flavorful Leprechaun Spice Cake is a delightful vegan dessert that combines the richness of brown sugar with the earthy depth of warm Guinness. The addition of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg creates a comforting aroma, while plump raisins provide chewy bursts of sweetness. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy treat with afternoon tea, this cake stays moist for days. It’s an easy bake using pantry staples, offering a unique twist on traditional spice cakes. Enjoy it plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive finish.

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Leprechaun Spice Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 24 Calories: 2286.6

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This dense and flavorful Leprechaun Spice Cake is a delightful vegan dessert that combines the richness of brown sugar with the earthy depth of warm Guinness. The addition of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg creates a comforting aroma, while plump raisins provide chewy bursts of sweetness. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy treat with afternoon tea, this cake stays moist for days. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy bake using pantry staples, offering a unique twist on traditional spice cakes. Enjoy it plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive finish.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Line a large loaf pan with two layers of wax paper or parchment paper.
  2. In a heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, hot water, warm Guinness, margarine, raisins, salt, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until the raisins are plump and the mixture is slightly thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and allow the liquid mixture to cool to room temperature.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  7. Stir the dry ingredients into the cooled liquid mixture until just combined and smooth.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 1 1/2 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2286.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.1g14%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 5258.7mg220%
Total Carbohydrate 552.4g185%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g78%
Sugars 395.7g
Protein 29.7g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. The cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.

Substitutions: If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, substitute the Guinness with an additional cup of hot water or apple cider. You can also use regular all-purpose flour instead of whole wheat pastry flour for a lighter texture.

Tip: For a richer flavor, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter before baking.

Keywords: spice cake, vegan dessert, guinness cake, fruitcake, raisin cake, whole wheat, stout cake, holiday baking, moist cake, spiced fruit, vegan baking, st. patrick's day, loaf cake, brown sugar, warm spices
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