Cinnamon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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:

1. Prepare the Cake:
   • Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F) with convection.
   • Grease and line a 25×15 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Assemble the Cake:
   • Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
   • Sprinkle with chopped walnuts if using.
5. 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.