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A delicious cinnamon swirl bundt cake garnished with icing and served on a plate.

Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake

A delightful bundt cake that combines fluffy cake with a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk for glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a bundt pan to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
Mixing the Batter
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients and milk alternately into the butter mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
Adding the Swirl
  1. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
  2. Pour half of the batter into the prepared bundt pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, and then pour the remaining batter over.
  3. Use a butter knife to gently swirl the batter for a marbled effect.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then carefully invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.

Notes

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheating can be done in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes.