Cinnamon Cake
Ingredients
- 2 ½ call-purpose flour
- 1 tspbaking powder
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ½ tspsalt
- 5 tspground cinnamon
- 4 largeeggs
- 2 cgranulated sugar
- 1 cunsalted butter
- 3 tspvanilla extract
- 1 csour cream
- 1 cunsalted butter
- 6 cconfectioners' sugar
- 4 tbspheavy whipping cream or whole milk
- 2 tspground cinnamon
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- 1 pinchsalt
- 1 tbspcinnamon-sugar
sprinkle on top of cake
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. To easily remove the cake from the pan and reduce possible crumbs, put a circular piece of parchment at the bottom of the pan. You can trace the pan on the parchment and then cut it out and place it inside the pan the two 9-inch round baking pans and then spray non-stick baking spray. Set aside.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- 3
In a large bowl, using an electric or stand mixer on medium speed, beat eggs and sugar for about 2 minutes, or until light and creamy. Add the butter and vanilla extract and beat on low speed for about 1 minute, or until well blended. Beat in the dry ingredients on low speed until blended. DO NOT OVER MIX! Add the sour cream and beat until smooth.
- 4
Divide batter evenly into prepared baking pans. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Allow cake to cool before frosting.
Make the frosting:
- 1
Mix softened butter on medium speed with an electric or stand mixer. Beat for 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Add powdered sugar, milk, ground cinnamon and vanilla extract. Increase to high speed and beat for 3 minutes or until smooth.
- 3
Spread the frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.
Cinnamon Cake
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About this Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with our incredible Cinnamon Sugar Cake! Each bite of this delightful Cinnamon Cake is a symphony of perfectly sweet, soft, and utterly comforting flavors, making it a standout among cinnamon desserts. There’s truly no combination quite as classic and beloved as warm cinnamon paired with sweet sugar, and this easy cinnamon cake recipe masterfully balances those inviting notes.
What makes this cinnamon butter cake truly special? It’s the harmonious blend of rich, soft cake layers infused with fragrant ground cinnamon and crowned with an irresistible Cinnamon Buttercream. The inclusion of sour cream in the batter ensures a wonderfully moist crumb, while a generous amount of vanilla extract adds a beautiful depth that transforms it into a delightful vanilla cinnamon cake. This isn't just a dessert; it's an experience.
Perfect for any occasion, from a cozy afternoon treat to a show-stopping Cinnamon birthday cake, this 2 layer cake is surprisingly simple to make. The dreamy Cinnamon Sugar Frosting, made with butter, confectioners' sugar, and extra cinnamon, provides the perfect sweet topping. For a beautiful finish, don't forget that sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar on top!
Tips for the Perfect Cinnamon Cake
- Spice it Up: If you adore an intense cinnamon flavor, feel free to slightly increase the ground cinnamon in the cake batter to really make those warm notes sing.
- Serving Suggestions: This Cinnamon Sugar Cake pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea, or even a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for an extra special treat.
- Custom Frosting: While our Cinnamon Buttercream is heavenly, you could also experiment with a cream cheese frosting for a tangy twist that complements the sweet spice.
Get ready to bake a cake that everyone will rave about – a truly unforgettable cinnamon sugar recipe!