Description
Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of this Buttery Cinnamon Cake. With its moist, buttery base and sweet cinnamon sugar topping, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion. Ideal as a snack, breakfast cake, or after-dinner treat, it’s sure to delight with every bite.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
½ cup whole milk
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch square baking pan. - Make the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Alternating between dry ingredients and sour cream with milk, mix until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Add the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
- Drizzle melted butter over the topping.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and Enjoy:
Cut into squares and savor the buttery, cinnamon-filled goodness!
Notes
For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts over the cinnamon sugar topping.
Adjust spices by adding nutmeg or cardamom for a unique flavor twist.
This cake pairs wonderfully with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9-12 slices
