Description

This Sunday Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake is pure nostalgia in every slice. With a rich, buttery crumb, a tender swirl of cinnamon and brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, it’s the perfect treat to bring the family together—just like Grandma used to make.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Prep & Preheat

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Generously grease a 10-cup Bundt pan with butter or baking spray (get into all crevices).

2. Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together:

Flour
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt
1 tsp cinnamon

3. Cream Butter & Sugar

In a large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar with a mixer for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
Stir in vanilla.

4. Alternate Wet & Dry

Add ⅓ of the flour mixture, mix until just combined.
Mix in ½ cup sour cream. Repeat, ending with flour. Don’t overmix!

5. Create Swirl Mixture

In a small bowl, combine:

Brown sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon

6. Layer & Swirl

Pour half the batter into the Bundt pan.
Sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar evenly over batter.
Repeat with remaining batter and cinnamon-sugar.
Use a knife to gently swirl (3-4 figure-eight motions).

7. Bake to Perfection

Bake 45-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pan 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack.

8. Serve with Love

Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
Slice and watch smiles appear

Notes

This cake isn’t just a recipe—it’s a memory maker. Every cinnamon-scented bite carries the love of generations. Bake it slow, serve it with joy, and watch it become your family’s new tradition.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American