This classic Cinnamon Breakfast Cake is a comforting morning treat that bridges the gap between bread and dessert. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, brown sugar, and shortening, it features a tender crumb studded with plump seedless raisins. The batter is enriched with a beaten egg and milk, creating a soft texture that holds up well to baking. The real magic happens on top: a drizzle of melted butter followed by a generous sprinkling of cinnamon-sugar creates a crisp, caramelized crust that contrasts beautifully with the moist interior. It’s an easy, no-fuss recipe that requires no mixerâÂÂjust a bowl and some elbow grease. Serve it warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a satisfying start to the day. ItâÂÂs perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or whenever you crave something sweet and homey.
Cinnamon Breakfast Cake
Description
This classic Cinnamon Breakfast Cake is a comforting morning treat that bridges the gap between bread and dessert. Made with simple pantry staples like flour, brown sugar, and shortening, it features a tender crumb studded with plump seedless raisins. The batter is enriched with a beaten egg and milk, creating a soft texture that holds up well to baking. The real magic happens on top: a drizzle of melted butter followed by a generous sprinkling of cinnamon-sugar creates a crisp, caramelized crust that contrasts beautifully with the moist interior. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, no-fuss recipe that requires no mixerâÂÂjust a bowl and some elbow grease. Serve it warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a satisfying start to the day. ItâÂÂs perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or whenever you crave something sweet and homey.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 435ðF (225ðC). Grease and flour a small cake tin or round baking pan.
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In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure a light texture.
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Add the brown sugar to the dry ingredients. Using two spatulas or a pastry cutter, cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Make a well in the center and add the beaten egg and enough milk to form a soft, pliable dough. Mix gently until just combined.
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Fold in the seedless raisins evenly throughout the dough.
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Press the dough firmly and evenly into the prepared cake tin.
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Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the dough.
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Mix the 2 tablespoons of sugar with the cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered top.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 516.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.3g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3142.0mg131%
- Total Carbohydrate 112.9g38%
- Dietary Fiber 4.5g18%
- Sugars 19.0g
- Protein 12.5g25%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.