Cinnamon Swirl Loaf Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tbsp milk
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Set aside.
3. Make the Cake Batter:
   
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
5. Assemble the Loaf:
   
   • Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Spoon half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter and gently swirl with a knife or spoon.
   • Add the remaining cake batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon swirl mixture. Swirl again.
7. Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is cooling, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to form a smooth glaze.
9. Cool & Glaze: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf.

Enjoy this delicious cinnamon swirl loaf cake with a cup of tea or coffee! Let me know if you’d like any adjustments.