Snickerdoodle Cake

            Snickerdoodle cookies are one of those cookies that it seems everyone enjoys. Now imagine making those cookies into a cake, the flavor is still the same in the cake as it is for the cookies.

This is a classic, or will be very soon. This cake can be served for a Holiday, a birthday or even a celebration. The cake is simple enough that it works for any day or any special occasion.

            This is actually one of those cheat cakes. We will start by using a boxed cake mix. Then we will add some cinnamon and top it all with a buttercream frosting mixed with cinnamon.

This is the most amazing frosting you will ever taste. You could garnish the finished cake by using crushed Snickerdoodle cookies.

Frequently Asked Questions:

            How do I store this cake?

This cake will need to be kept in an airtight container or wrapped tightly with plastic wrap or foil and then kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

            Can I freeze this cake?

This cake can be frozen before you cover it with frosting. Wrap the layers separately and store for up to 6 months.

            Can I use pre-made frosting, ready to spread?

You can, if you want it to taste like the homemade version, you will need to add cinnamon to it.

What do you need to make Snickerdoodle Cake

            1 package white cake mix

            1 cup milk

            1 stick butter, melted

            3 large eggs

            1 tsp vanilla flavoring

            2 tsp cinnamon

How to make Snickerdoodle Cake

FIRST STEP:

Preheat the oven to 350*, spray to 8 inch round cake pans with a baking spray

Place the cake mix, milk, butter, eggs and vanilla with the cinnamon into a bowl and combine all

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SECOND STEP:

Spread the batter evenly between the two pans

Bake the two layers for 27 to 29 minutes, or until they are a light golden brown

THIRD STEP:

Remove the pans from the oven and allow to cool in the pans for ten minutes in an inverted position

Then flip the pans over and let them cool for another half hour

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FOURTH STEP:

Meanwhile prepare the frosting by mixing the butter until it is fluffy

Add the confectioners sugar slowly

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FIFTH STEP:

Add in the milk, vanilla and cinnamon and mix well

If the frosting is stiff, add in one more tbsp milk

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SIXTH STEP:

Place one layer onto a serving plate, top side down

Place a layer of frosting on top

Place the second layer on top and place frosting on top and spread it evenly.

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SEVENTH STEP:

Spread frosting on the sides of the cake also.

Sprinkle the top with some crushed Snickerdoodle cookies

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Place the cake into the oven until the frosting sets, about 20 minutes

Enjoy!

YUM!