Great Canadian Ketchup Cake

Discover the uniquely Canadian twist on dessert with the Great Canadian Ketchup Cake, a moist and spiced treat that will surprise and delight your taste buds! This unconventional yet irresistibly delicious cake features pantry staples like cinnamon, nutmeg, and the star ingredient—tomato ketchup—which adds a subtle tang and vibrant hue to the batter. Balanced with creamy buttermilk and a luscious cream cheese frosting, this ketchup cake delivers a perfect harmony of sweetness and warmth. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes and a bake time of 35 minutes, this showstopping dessert is as easy to make as it is fun to serve. Ideal for curious foodies and adventurous bakers, this conversation-starting recipe is a must-try for your next celebration or family gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 32/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.75 cup tomato ketchup
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, for about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Add the ketchup, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture, mixing until fully combined. The mixture may look slightly curdled—this is normal.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three batches, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Step 10

To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.

Step 11

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1524.8 grams (1524.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5173

Total Fat 200.50g	257%
Saturated Fat 120.80g	604%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 899mg	300%
Sodium 6182mg	269%
Total Carbohydrate 816.30g	297%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 603.60g
Protein 49.70g	99%

Vitamin D 173IU	863%
Calcium 509mg	39%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 903mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 62.0%