Description
This Walnut Cinnamon Cake is a comforting and delicious treat perfect for cozy gatherings. Featuring a moist, cinnamon-infused batter enriched with crunchy crushed walnuts, it offers a wonderful balance of warm spices and nutty texture. Baked to golden perfection, this cake is easy to prepare and ideal for serving with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Add-ins
- 1 cup crushed walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cake.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cake texture.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure even blending.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the cake’s flavor profile with a sweet aroma.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute leavening and spices.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. This gradual mixing prevents lumps and maintains a smooth batter.
- Fold in Walnuts: Gently fold the crushed walnuts into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing.
- Prepare Cake Pan: Grease a cake pan thoroughly and pour the batter into it, smoothing the top for an even bake.
- Bake the Cake: Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan before slicing and serving to set the crumb and enhance flavors.
Notes
- For added moisture, consider substituting half of the milk with sour cream or yogurt.
- You can toast the walnuts lightly for a deeper nutty flavor before folding them into the batter.
- If desired, sprinkle some extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a slightly crunchy topping.
- Store the cake wrapped in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- This cake pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or spiced tea.
