Cinnamon Butter Cake
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Cinnamon Butter Cake—a dessert that perfectly balances buttery richness with the aromatic sweetness of cinnamon. This simple yet elegant cake features a soft, tender crumb achieved through the classic creaming method, and it's infused with a generous tablespoon of ground cinnamon for a cozy, spiced twist. Perfect for any occasion, it’s finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance and sweetness. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and baked to golden perfection in under an hour, this easy dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings, coffee breaks, or an everyday treat. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this cinnamon-kissed masterpiece is sure to become a new favorite in your baking rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy release.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edges and invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.5 g | 278% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.1 g | 656% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1104 mg | 368% | |
| Sodium | 2422 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 538.5 g | 196% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 345.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.9 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 546 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 932 mg | 20% | |
*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.
