German Cinnamon Cake
Description
This tender, crumbly cake will be a delightful addition to your holiday table. You can add apples or blueberries to the recipe.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Add warm melted butter, cinnamon, salt, and sugar to a medium bowl.
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Step 2
2. Mix the ingredients using rubber or silicone spatulas. Do not use a whisk, as shown in the photo!
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Step 3
3. Let the dough cool for 15 minutes until it resembles crumbs.
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Step 4
4. Preheat the oven to 160 degrees Celsius. Place the baking tray in the middle position. Spray a square baking pan with vegetable oil. You can moisten a paper towel with oil and use it to grease the pan. Then cut a rectangle from foil or parchment paper, fold it, and line the bottom of the pan with it, as shown in the picture.
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Step 5
5. In a large bowl, add sugar, flour, salt, and baking soda. Mix well.
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Step 6
6. While continuing to mix, gradually add the butter in 6 batches. Beat with a mixer at low speed.
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Step 7
7. Add vanilla, buttermilk, egg, and egg yolk. Beat with a mixer at high speed.
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Step 8
8. The dough should be airy and fluffy.
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Step 9
9. Pour the prepared batter into the pan over the foil and spread evenly.
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Step 10
10. With your hands, place the crumbs on top.
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Step 11
11. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes until golden brown. Check the cake's doneness with a toothpick. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for half an hour. Then remove it from the mold onto a plate. Dust with powdered sugar.
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Step 12
12. The pie is ready!