This Cinnamon Swirl Cake is a delightful treat that features a soft, moist cake with a rich cinnamon swirl running through it. Topped with a smooth mascarpone frosting and garnished with chopped walnuts, this cake offers a perfect balance of sweet and spiced flavors, making it an ideal dessert or tea-time snack.
Why You’ll Love This:
- The aromatic cinnamon swirl adds a warm and inviting flavor to the cake.
- The mascarpone frosting provides a creamy and luxurious topping.
- Chopped walnuts add a pleasant crunch and nuttiness.
- It’s a versatile recipe that’s perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to more formal events.
Ingredients:
- Cake: 125g butter, 25ml sunflower oil, 100g granulated sugar, 8g vanilla extract, 135ml milk, 3 eggs, 200g all-purpose flour, 7g baking powder
- Cinnamon Mixture: 75g butter, 75g brown sugar, 10g cinnamon powder
- Frosting: 150g mascarpone, 50g powdered sugar
- Garnish: Chopped walnuts
Method:
- Cream together butter, oil, sugar, and vanilla. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add milk. Sift in flour and baking powder. Mix to a smooth batter.
- Melt butter for the cinnamon mixture, then mix in brown sugar and cinnamon. Reserve some mixture for topping.
- Pour two-thirds of the cake batter into a greased and lined baking pan. Layer with cinnamon mixture, then top with remaining batter. Swirl in additional cinnamon mixture.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 170℃ for 25-28 minutes. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, whip together mascarpone and powdered sugar. Pipe onto the cooled cake.
- Garnish with chopped walnuts.
Pro Tips:
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Adjust the cinnamon and sugar levels according to your taste.
Enjoy your homemade Cinnamon Swirl Cake with Mascarpone Frosting, a deliciously spiced and comforting treat!
