Snickerdoodle Cake – Soft, Cinnamon-Sugar Perfection
If you love classic snickerdoodle cookies, you’re going to fall in love with this Snickerdoodle Cake. It’s soft, fluffy, and packed with warm cinnamon flavor, finished with a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping and creamy frosting.
This cake is perfect for holidays, birthdays, fall gatherings, or anytime you’re craving cozy comfort dessert vibes.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Cake
- Soft and moist texture
- Warm cinnamon flavor in every bite
- Buttery, tender crumb
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Perfect for fall and holiday baking
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
For the Cake:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
Step 2: Add Cinnamon Swirl
- Mix sugar and cinnamon together.
- Pour half the batter into pans, sprinkle cinnamon sugar, then top with remaining batter.
- Gently swirl with a knife.
Step 3: Bake
Bake 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Step 4: Make Frosting
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
Step 5: Assemble
- Frost between layers and around cake.
- Sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar on top for a classic snickerdoodle finish.
⭐ Tips for Best Results
- Use room temperature ingredients
- Don’t overmix batter
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth
- Chill cake slightly before slicing for clean cuts
