Description
This Snickerdoodle Cake is a fluffy, moist cake filled with the classic cinnamon-sugar flavor of snickerdoodle cookies. Topped with a delicious cinnamon sugar swirl and a light, creamy frosting, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
For the cinnamon sugar swirl:
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream (as needed)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Make the cinnamon-sugar swirl:
- In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Prepare the cake batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until smooth.
- Assemble the cake:
- Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the batter in each pan.
- Using a knife or toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar into the batter.
- Bake the cake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Add milk or cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
- Frost the cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one of the cakes.
- Place the second cake on top and frost the entire cake.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy the cinnamon-sugar goodness of this Snickerdoodle Cake!
Notes
- For a more intense cinnamon flavor, feel free to increase the amount of cinnamon in both the cake batter and the frosting.
- This cake can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For extra decoration, sprinkle some additional cinnamon sugar on top of the frosted cake before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: snickerdoodle cake, cinnamon cake, cinnamon sugar cake, cake with frosting, snickerdoodle dessert