Cinnamon Drop Cake
Bring warmth and nostalgia to your kitchen with this delectable Cinnamon Drop Cake, a moist and tender dessert infused with the comforting spice of cinnamon and topped with a delicate cinnamon-sugar dusting. Perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike, this cake comes together in under an hour with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and eggs. The alternating addition of milk and dry ingredients ensures a light, fluffy crumb, while the subtle hint of vanilla adds a touch of elegance to every bite. Serve this crowd-pleaser as a cozy afternoon treat with coffee or tea, or enjoy it as a standout dessert at your next gathering. Whether you’re baking for loved ones or treating yourself, this Cinnamon Drop Cake is sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Whole milk
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan (or line it with parchment paper).
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. You can use a hand mixer or stand mixer for this step.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients (dry-wet-dry). Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.
Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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.
Once the cake has cooled, mix the powdered sugar and ground cinnamon for dusting. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the cake.
Slice and serve your Cinnamon Drop Cake with a cup of tea, coffee, or milk!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 224 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*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.
