Tomato Soup Spice Cake

Discover the surprising fusion of savory and sweet in this Tomato Soup Spice Cake—a vintage-inspired dessert that blends pantry staples with warm, aromatic spices. This moist and tender cake gets its uniquely rich flavor and velvety texture from an unexpected ingredient: condensed tomato soup. Infused with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, it’s a perfect treat for fall gatherings or a nostalgic dessert any time of year. Optional mix-ins like raisins and walnuts add bursts of flavor and crunch, while a cream cheese frosting or simple dusting of powdered sugar makes for a delightful finishing touch. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make, one-bowl cake will intrigue your taste buds and wow your guests with its charming twist on tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 can condensed tomato soup (10.75 oz can)
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until creamy.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Stir in the condensed tomato soup, milk, and vanilla extract until well incorporated. The mixture might look unusual, but this is normal.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 11

Optional: Frost with cream cheese frosting or dust with powdered sugar for a decorative and flavorful finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	914.2 grams (914.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3371

Total Fat 150.90g	193%
Saturated Fat 69.20g	346%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 636mg	212%
Sodium 2304mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 475.40g	173%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 259.80g
Protein 53.20g	106%

Vitamin D 107IU	534%
Calcium 325mg	25%
Iron 17mg	97%
Potassium 1523mg	32%

*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: 39.1%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 54.8%