Indulge in the sweet and spicy flavors of a classic Spanish Bar Cake with this easy homemade recipe. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion and will surely be a crowd-pleaser. Recreate a nostalgic taste from your childhood with this delectable dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, oil, buttermilk, raisins, nuts, eggs, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan before cutting into bars and serving.
- Enjoy your homemade Spanish Bar Cake!
Interesting Facts
Spanish Bar Cake has been a popular dessert in the United States since the early 20th century.
The combination of spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg gives this cake its unique flavor profile.
Raisins and nuts add texture and richness to the cake, making it a flavorful treat.