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Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake Recipe

Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the comforting aroma and flavor of this delectable Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake. A moist and tender cake with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, this dessert is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For Dusting:

  • Powdered sugar
  • Cinnamon for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep & Preheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-cup Bundt pan thoroughly with butter or baking spray.
  2. Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 tsp cinnamon.
  3. Cream Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  4. Alternate Wet & Dry: Add flour mixture and sour cream alternately to the butter mixture, ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  5. Create Swirl Mixture: Combine brown sugar and 1 tbsp cinnamon in a small bowl.
  6. Layer & Swirl: Pour half the batter into the pan, sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar, repeat, then swirl with a knife.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 45-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pan before inverting.
  8. Serve with Love: Dust with powdered sugar once completely cooled. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the swirl mixture for extra texture.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar in the swirl.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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