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Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake with a swirl of cinnamon and sugar

Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake

A warm, inviting cake with a delightful cinnamon swirl, perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat any time of year.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon For the cake batter
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk + vinegar or lemon juice
Cinnamon Swirl Mixture
  • 0.25 cups sugar For the cinnamon swirl
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon For the cinnamon swirl
Optional Ingredients
  • 0.25 cups chopped nuts e.g. walnuts or pecans, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your bundt pan well to ensure easy release after baking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
Baking
  1. Pour half of the batter into your prepared pan and sprinkle with half of the cinnamon swirl mixture.
  2. Pour remaining batter over the top and finish with the rest of the swirl mixture.
  3. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl through the batter to create a cinnamon pattern.
  4. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. The cake can be frozen for up to three months; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Batter can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to one day.