Moist Cinnamon Raisin Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

This moist cinnamon raisin cake is a delightful dessert that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon with sweet raisins. Perfect for any occasion, this cake recipe is easy to follow and yields a deliciously soft and flavorful treat.

The recipe is straightforward, making it suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy this cake as a dessert or a sweet snack with your afternoon tea or coffee.

Delicious Cinnamon Raisin Cake Recipe

This cinnamon raisin cake features a tender crumb infused with cinnamon and studded with plump raisins. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and bake, serving approximately 8 people.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup raisins
1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Fold in the raisins.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Optionally, sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.