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Cinnamon Swirl Loaf Cake

Cinnamon Swirl Loaf Cake That Makes Every Bite Heavenly

This Cinnamon Swirl Loaf Cake is a delightful treat filled with irresistible cinnamon aroma and topped with a glossy vanilla icing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 225 g margarine or unsalted butter
  • 200 g caster sugar
  • 3 pieces eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure preferred
  • 250 g plain flour whole wheat can substitute
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder check freshness
  • 120 g fat-free yogurt Greek yogurt for flavor
For the Cinnamon Sugar
  • 50 g caster sugar or brown sugar
  • 1.5 tbsp ground cinnamon adjust to taste
For the Icing
  • 75 g icing sugar sifted
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract for icing
  • 2 tsp water add gradually

Equipment

  • 2lb loaf tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • sifter
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (fan-assisted) or 180°C (non-fan). Line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Cream margarine and caster sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until thoroughly combined.
  4. Incorporate plain flour and baking powder, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Stir in fat-free yogurt until smooth.
  6. Combine caster sugar and ground cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared tin, sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture, and swirl it through the batter.
  8. Repeat with the remaining batter and cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a stick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool the cake in the tin for about 20-30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. Mix icing sugar and vanilla extract, adding water gradually to reach desired consistency.
  12. Drizzle icing over the cooled cake and allow it to set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top for an extra burst of flavor. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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