Ingredients:
For the Cake: Flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, melted butter.
For the Cinnamon Swirl: Brown sugar, softened butter, flour, cinnamon.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting: Cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk (optional for thinning).
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan (e.g., 13×9 inch).
In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt). Add the wet ingredients (sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla) and whisk until smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
2. Make the Cinnamon Swirl:
In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, softened butter, flour, and cinnamon to create a paste-like mixture.
Dollop small amounts (about 1 teaspoon size) of this cinnamon mixture over the cake batter in the pan.
Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the cake batter to create a marbled effect.
3. Bake the Cake:
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 32-37 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
While the cake bakes or cools slightly, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy. If needed, add a small amount of milk to reach the desired consistency.
5. Assemble and Serve:
Once the cake is baked and slightly cooled, spread a generous layer of the cream cheese frosting over the top.