Fragrant versatile spiced mix (Printer-friendly)
Versatile spiced dry mix for moist cakes and cupcakes with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Mix
01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Spices
06 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
07 - 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - ½ teaspoon ground allspice
10 - ½ teaspoon ground cloves
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients and spices until evenly blended.
02 - Transfer the mixture into an airtight container and keep in a cool, dry place for up to three months.
03 - For one cake, combine the entire dry mix with 1 cup milk, ½ cup vegetable oil, 3 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
04 - Pour batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan and bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cake to cool before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You'll have a homemade baking mix ready whenever inspiration strikes, no last-minute store run needed
- The flavor is infinitely better than any boxed mix you've bought, with real spices that actually taste like something
- It's the perfect gift for friends who love baking, wrapped up with a handwritten note and all the warmth of homemade goodness
02 -
- Cloves can easily overpower your mix if you're heavy-handed, so measure that ½ teaspoon carefully and taste your instinct before adding more
- Storing the mix in glass rather than plastic keeps the spices fresher longer and prevents any odd plastic flavors from creeping in over time
03 -
- Label your jar with the date you made the mix and a note about how to use it—future you will be so grateful for the reminder
- If you're making multiple jars as gifts, gather all your ingredients and whisk them in a large batch, then divide into jars for efficiency and consistency