Italian Stewed Tomato Spice Cake

Indulge in the unexpected harmony of sweet and savory with this Italian Stewed Tomato Spice Cake, a show-stopping dessert that’s as unique as it is delicious. Featuring a can of Italian stewed tomatoes as the surprise star ingredient, this moist and tender cake balances warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with a subtle tangy richness. Perfectly complemented by optional mix-ins like raisins and walnuts and finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this cake comes together in under an hour, making it a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether served with a cup of coffee or as a standout addition to your dessert table, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to spark curiosity and win hearts.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 15-ounce can Italian stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or a 9x9-inch square baking pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Mix in the melted butter, vanilla extract, and the entire can of stewed tomatoes (including the juice). Use a fork to gently break up the tomato chunks if desired.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can affect the texture of the cake.

Step 5

If using raisins and/or walnuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cool, dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1362.7 grams (1362.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3902

Total Fat 150.60g	193%
Saturated Fat 68.50g	343%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 3959mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 596.80g	217%
Dietary Fiber 20.90g	75%
Total Sugars 381.20g
Protein 54.70g	109%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 314mg	24%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2054mg	44%

*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: 34.2%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 60.3%