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Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake Recipe

Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake Recipe
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This Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake is a moist, tender cake featuring a delicious cinnamon sugar swirl and optional crunchy walnuts. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, it combines classic flavors with a beautiful presentation in a Bundt pan.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream

Swirl Mixture

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Optional

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a Bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 2 cups of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, which usually takes about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  4. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder until evenly combined.
  5. Combine Batter: Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to maintain a tender texture. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts now.
  6. Assemble the Cake: Spoon roughly half of the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter. Top with the remaining batter, and use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter for that signature swirl effect.
  7. Bake: Bake the cake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, simply omit the chopped walnuts.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
  • Swirling gently helps create a beautiful cinnamon pattern without overmixing.
  • Check doneness early at 45 minutes as oven temperatures vary.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: cinnamon swirl, Bundt cake, cinnamon sugar cake, walnut cake, moist dessert, breakfast cake

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