Cinnamon Twist Coffee Cake
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of a classic *Cinnamon Twist Coffee Cake*, a delightful treat perfect for any morning or afternoon gathering. This moist and tender cake features a rich, buttery batter swirled with a luscious cinnamon-sugar filling, creating irresistible marbled layers in every slice. Topped with a drizzle of velvety vanilla glaze, this coffee cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. The recipe’s simplicity—using pantry staples like all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar—makes it a breeze to whip up, while a hint of melted butter adds an extra layer of decadence. Ready in just about an hour, this crowd-pleaser pairs perfectly with a steaming cup of coffee or tea, making it an ideal centerpiece for brunch or dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or bundt pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the dry ingredients. Beat using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined.
In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and brown sugar together to prepare the filling.
Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
Pour the remaining batter over the filling and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the top with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Use a butter knife to gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the batter for extra richness.
Bake the coffee cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
Once the cake has cooled to room temperature, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Slice and serve the cinnamon twist coffee cake with your favorite cup of coffee or tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.5 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.1 g | 570% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 853 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 2837 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 653.4 g | 238% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 370.9 g | ||
| Protein | 60.6 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1122 mg | 24% | |
*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.
