"A spice-filled and indulgent holiday cake perfect for the season...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 1/2 cups cups sifted cake flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ground ginger and cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter,room temperature
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1/4 cup vegetable shortening
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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4 eggs
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1/3 cup molasses
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1 1/2 pounds cream cheese, room temperature
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2 cups powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons molasses
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1/4 cup (1?2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract