Cinnamon-Sugar Cake

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    45 mins

  • Servings

    12 Servings

  • Calories

    624 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Cinnamon-Sugar Cake

This cake is light and fluffy, and the cinnamon buttercream frosting packs a big hit of cinnamon flavor without being too overwhelming.  If you love a classic snickerdoodle cookie this cake is for you, enjoy!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup softened unsalted butter
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream

Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting:

  • 1 cup softened unsalted butter
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar, for sprinkling
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray two 9-inch round baking pans with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and 5 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, using an electric or stand mixer on medium speed, beat 4 large eggs and 2 cups granulated sugar for about 2 minutes, or until light and creamy.
  4. Add the 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 3 teaspoons vanilla extract and beat on low speed for about 1 minute or until well blended. mix in the dry ingredients on low speed until they come together but do not overmix! Add the 1 cup sour cream and beat until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly into prepared baking pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool before frosting.

Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting:

  1. Mix 1 cup softened unsalted butter on medium speed with an electric or stand mixer. Beat for 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add 5 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Increase to high speed and beat for 3 minutes or until smooth.
  3. Spread the frosting between layers and over the top and sides of the cake. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cinnamon-sugar,

Nutrition Information

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Calories 624kcal (31%) Carbohydrates 106g (35%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 106mg (35%) Sodium 184mg (8%) Potassium 120mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 84g (168%) Vitamin A 671IU (13%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 65mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 624 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 624kcal 31%
Carbohydrates 106g 35%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 106mg 35%
Sodium 184mg 8%
Potassium 120mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 84g 168%
Vitamin A 671IU 13%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 65mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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