Description
A moist and tender loaf cake featuring a rich cinnamon sugar swirl throughout. This classic bake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (for swirl)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for swirl)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter.
- Add the remaining batter and top with the remaining cinnamon swirl. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl through the batter.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best texture.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Add a drizzle of vanilla glaze for extra sweetness and presentation.
- Great for freezing—wrap tightly and store for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg