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Moist Cinnamon Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Swirls Recipe

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This Moist Cinnamon Coffee Cake with Cinnamon Swirls is a tender, flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Layers of cinnamon sugar swirled into a rich, buttery batter are baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth powdered sugar glaze. The cake is soft and moist thanks to sour cream and whole milk, with a delightful cinnamon crunch in every bite.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see notes for measuring)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 3/4 cup sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (room temperature)

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3–4 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or paste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line the bottom of a 9×9 inch springform pan with parchment paper and butter the sides thoroughly. Set aside for later use.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and fine sea salt. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, cream the unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar for about 3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. Remember to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the bowl. Then mix in the vanilla bean paste or extract until fully combined.
  5. Mix in Sour Cream: Add the sour cream and mix thoroughly, making sure to scrape the bowl so the batter is uniform.
  6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Milk: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture while streaming in the whole milk. Continue mixing just until all ingredients are combined, being careful not to overmix. Scrape the bottom of the bowl to ensure no flour pockets remain.
  7. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a separate small bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.
  8. Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Spread about one-third of the batter (approximately 288 grams) evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle one-third of the cinnamon sugar mixture (about 66 grams) evenly over the batter. Repeat this process two more times, finishing by sprinkling the final layer of cinnamon sugar on top.
  9. Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Then, carefully unclasp the sides of the springform pan and remove the ring. Allow the cake to cool completely on the rack for an additional 1 to 2 hours.
  10. Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: Once the cake is completely cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, 3 to 4 tablespoons of whole milk, and vanilla extract or paste until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cake. Note that the glaze may not fully stick to the cinnamon sugar topping and may run off slightly, but it adds a pleasant sweetness to every bite. Alternatively, you can omit the glaze if you prefer the cake plain.

Notes

  • When measuring flour, spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off with a knife to avoid packing, which can lead to dense cake.
  • Room temperature ingredients like butter, eggs, sour cream, and milk help the batter mix evenly and result in a more tender cake.
  • The sour cream in the batter adds moisture and richness to keep the cake soft.
  • The cinnamon sugar layers add a deliciously sweet and spicy crunch within the cake.
  • The glaze is optional; it enhances sweetness but can be skipped for a less sweet version.
  • Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding glaze to prevent melting.

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