Indulge in the heavenly flavors of cinnamon with this moist and delicious Cinnamon Yum Cake. Made with a combination of cinnamon, sugar, and butter, this cake is a treat for your taste buds. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving something sweet, this cake will surely satisfy your dessert cravings. Don't forget to top it off with a generous amount of cinnamon frosting for an extra touch of yum!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the cinnamon frosting.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cinnamon frosting over the top.
- Cut into slices and serve.
- Enjoy the deliciousness of this Cinnamon Yum Cake!
Interesting Facts
Cinnamon has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and sweet flavor.
Cinnamon is made from the bark of specific tree species, which is dried and ground into a fine powder.
Adding cinnamon to desserts not only enhances the taste but also provides various health benefits.
The combination of cinnamon and sugar in this cake creates a heavenly aroma while baking.