This cinnamon cake recipe is for everyone who loves the warm, comforting flavor of cinnamon. With its strong cinnamon flavor, soft, moist cake interior, and the added crunch of walnuts, it's a dessert that's both unique and delicious.
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Equipment
1 9x9 baking pan
Ingredients
Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
1 ¾Cupbrown sugar
1 ½Cupswater
2Tablespoonsbutter
Cake
2Cupsall-purpose flour
2teaspoonsbaking powder
½teaspoonsalt
2 ½teaspoonscinnamon
2Tablespoonsbutter
1Cupgranulated sugar
1Cupmilk
½Cupwalnutschopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350˚ F. Grease a square 9x9 baking pan.
Brown Sugar Topping Instructions
In a saucepan combine the brown sugar, water, and 2 Tablespoons of butter. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat and let cool.
Cake Batter Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Cream together in a separate bowl, the 2 Tablespoons butter and sugar.
Add the dry ingredients and the milk alternatively, starting with the dry ingredients to the creamed sugar. Mix with an electric mixer on low speed. Start and end with the dry ingredients.
Cake Assembly Instructions
Spread the cake batter into the square greased baking pan. Pour the brown sugar mixture over the batter. Sprinkle with nuts.
Bake in a preheated 350˚ F oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick entered the center comes out clean. Serve warm.
Notes
Expert Tip: When pouring the brown sugar mixture over the cake batter, use a spatula to break the pour. This will help to evenly distribute the mixture and prevent it from denting into the cake batter, giving you a more even and deliciously moist cake.Refrigerate: After enjoying this delicious Cinnamon Cake, you can store any leftovers in an airtightly sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days.Freeze: If you want to save your cake for longer, it's best to freeze it. Simply wrap the cooled cake in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.Thaw: When you're ready to enjoy your frozen cake, let it thaw in the refrigerator. Once thaw, it can be kept at room temperature.Rewarm: To reheat your cake, place it in a preheated 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, you can warm individual slices in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.