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Snickerdoodle Cake

A soft and fluffy cake infused with the warm, spicy flavors of cinnamon, capturing the essence of classic snickerdoodle cookies in a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Topping
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for topping)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream them together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the two greased pans, smoothing out the tops with a spatula.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the top of each cake.
Baking
  1. Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
  1. Once cooled, slice and serve with a cup of tea or coffee for the perfect cozy treat!

Notes

For perfect results, ensure your butter is softened but not melted. Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification. Don’t skip the cream of tartar—it’s essential for the cake's rise.