Experience the warmth and comfort of this delicious cinnamon cake topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting. Packed with aromatic cinnamon and finished with a luscious topping, this cake is perfect for anyone who loves the sweet and spicy combination of cinnamon and sugar.
Why You'll Love This
This cake is a treat for all cinnamon lovers, delivering a moist, flavorful base with a rich and creamy topping. The blend of vanilla, cinnamon, and cream cheese creates a delightful flavor profile that's both comforting and indulgent.
Perfect Occasion
Ideal for a cozy family dessert, afternoon tea with friends, or as a special treat during festive gatherings, this cinnamon cake is sure to impress. It’s also a great choice for holiday celebrations or any occasion that calls for a sweet and spicy dessert.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup (150g) white sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
- 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (60ml) oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 1/4 cups (155g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 100g powdered sugar
- 50g soft butter
- 100g cream cheese
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Optional:
- Chopped walnuts for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F) with convection.
- Grease and line a 25x15 cm baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, white sugar, and brown sugar.
- Add the heavy cream, oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, mixing well.
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a bowl, mix the soft butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add the cream cheese, vanilla extract, and salt, and mix until creamy and well combined.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Sprinkle with chopped walnuts if using.
- Serve:
- Cut into slices and serve at room temperature.
This cinnamon cake with cream cheese frosting is sure to become a new favorite, perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.