Cinnamon Molasses Layered Velvet Loaf

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsulphured molasses
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup boiling water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan thoroughly.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.

5. 5

   Divide the batter into two separate bowls. In one bowl, fold in the molasses and boiling water to create the dark velvet layer.

6. 6

   In the second bowl, fold in the ground cinnamon to create the spiced velvet layer.

7. 7

   Spoon the batters into the loaf pan, alternating scoops of molasses and cinnamon mixtures, then lightly swirl with a knife.

8. 8

   Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.