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Jelly Donut Cake

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Jelly Donut Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the classic flavors of a jelly donut in a cake form. With a cinnamon-spiced cake, a gooey jelly center, and creamy frosting, this cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 cup sugar

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

¾ cup unsalted butter (melted)

2 large eggs (room temperature)

1 cup 2% milk

2 tablespoons sour cream

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2–⅔ cups all-purpose flour

2–½ teaspoons baking powder

¾ cup raspberry, strawberry, or apple jelly (your choice)

For the Frosting:

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese (softened)

1–½ cups confectioners’ sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.

  • Make the cake batter: In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Add melted butter, eggs, milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined. Gradually add flour and baking powder, mixing until smooth and well-combined.

  • Prepare the cake for the jelly: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Spoon the jelly (raspberry, strawberry, or apple) into the center, creating a well without spreading it to the edges.

  • Add the remaining batter: Gently spoon the rest of the batter over the jelly layer, spreading it evenly. Smooth the top.

  • Bake the cake: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (except for the jelly). Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

  • Make the frosting: While the cake is cooling, beat cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.

  • Frost the cake: Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Optionally, garnish with extra cinnamon or powdered sugar.

Notes

Different Jelly Flavors: Experiment with blueberry, peach, or mixed berry jelly for a new twist.

Crust Option: For a crunchy base, press crushed graham crackers into the bottom of the cake pan before adding the batter.

Chocolate Cherry: Add a swirl of melted chocolate to the batter for a chocolate-jelly cake combination.

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