Indulge in the flavors of a classic snickerdoodle cookie with this moist and fluffy snickerdoodle cake. The perfect blend of cinnamon and sugar, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a special treat for yourself.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The snickerdoodle cookie is believed to have originated in New England in the 1800s.
The name 'snickerdoodle' is thought to be of German or Dutch origin, but the exact meaning is unclear.