Brown Butter Cinnamon Sugar Cake
Brown Butter Cinnamon Sugar Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with the warm embrace of cinnamon sugar. This moist, fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply indulging on a cozy afternoon. Each bite evokes memories of comfort and joy, making it an instant favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring until golden brown and nutty (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine both sugars with the browned butter. Mix well, then add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually whisk in sifted flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once cooled slightly, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour. Add chocolate chips or nuts for added texture and flavor.