Cinnamon Swirl Pound Cake Loaves – A Bakery-Style Treat You Can Make at Home
If you’re looking for the ultimate cozy dessert that fills your kitchen with the warm aroma of cinnamon and butter, look no further than these Cinnamon Swirl Pound Cake Loaves. Moist, rich, and bursting with a gooey cinnamon sugar swirl, these mini pound cakes are perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Whether you’re baking for a holiday gathering, a bake sale, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, this easy recipe will become a family favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These individual loaves are soft and tender with a decadent swirl of brown sugar and cinnamon running through the center. They’re topped with a light vanilla glaze that gives a professional bakery shine. Plus, they freeze beautifully and make fantastic gifts or meal prep treats.
Features:
Easy to make – no mixer needed
Moist texture thanks to sour cream
Perfect size for gifting or storing
Customizable – add nuts, glaze, or dried fruit
You can even serve it warm with butter for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create these cinnamon swirl mini pound cakes:
Cake Batter:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl:
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp melted butter
Optional Glaze:
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
