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Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake

A moist and tender bundt cake with a luscious cinnamon-sugar swirl, perfect alongside coffee or tea.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For the batter
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk Key for texture and flavor
Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until evenly mixed.
Mixing
  1. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing gently until just combined.
Layering and Baking
  1. Spoon half the batter into the prepared bundt pan and level it.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and sugar, then sprinkle it evenly over the batter.
  3. Top with the remaining batter and smooth gently without disturbing the swirl.
  4. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the cake cool in the pan before inverting it onto a plate.
  2. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature, best enjoyed with coffee or tea.

Notes

For the best results, grease every ridge of the bundt pan, ensure the butter is softened properly, and avoid overmixing the batter.