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Cinnamon Breakfast Cake

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 516.4
Dietary: Vegetarian
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
  • 2 cups Flour
  • 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 4 tablespoons Shortening
  • 1/2 teaspoons Salt 1 Egg, well beaten
  • 1/4 cups Seedless raisins
  • 1/2 cups Milk
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 1 tablespoons Melted butter or butter
  • 1 teaspoons Cinnamon -substitute
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 435ðF (225ðC). Grease and flour a small cake tin or round baking pan.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure a light texture.
  3. 3
    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.
  4. 4
    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.
  5. 5
    Fold in the seedless raisins evenly throughout the dough.
  6. 6
    Press the dough firmly and evenly into the prepared cake tin.
  7. 7
    Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the dough.
  8. 8
    Mix the 2 tablespoons of sugar with the cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered top.
  9. 9
    Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. 10
    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.

Keywords: breakfast, cake, cinnamon, raisin, brown sugar, baking, easy, coffee cake, morning, dessert, spiced, butter, flour, quick, brunch, homemade
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