Ultimate Cinnamon Doughnut Cake
A delightful cake that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon with a tender cake texture, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour This flour works best for this cake to provide a tender texture.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt Reduce if using salted butter.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Use unsalted for better control over saltiness.
- 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk + vinegar or lemon juice.
- 2 large eggs For vegan, replace with 1/2 cup of applesauce.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can use almond extract for a different flavor.
Topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and additional cinnamon for the topping and sprinkle it over the batter.
Baking
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
- Serve and enjoy your nostalgic treat!
Notes
This cake can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with toppings of your choice. It can be served warm or reheated for best flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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