Grandma Lil's Sour Cream Cake Recipe

Name: Grandma Lil's Sour Cream Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 lb butter, room temperature; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 cup white sugar; 2 cups flour; 2 whole eggs; 12 pint sour cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup chocolate chips; ¼ cup confectioners' sugar; 1 cup finely chopped walnuts (optional)

Servings: persons

14 lb butter, room temperature
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup white sugar
2 cups flour
2 whole eggs
12 pint sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips
¼ cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup finely chopped walnuts (optional)

1
Mix butter and sugar until creamy.
2
Add eggs and mix well.
3
Add salt, baking powder, baking soda, vanilla, and sour cream; mix well again.
4
Add flour a little at a time; mix well.
5
In another bowl mix cinnamon and sugar.
6
Grease a tube pan well (a round pan with hole in the middle).
7
Fill tube pan with layers
8
Start with a layer of cinnamon and sugar.
9
Then sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts over cinnamon and sugar.
10
Then layer 1/3 of the batter over the chips and nuts.
11
Repeat until pan is full.
12
Bake at 350 for 45-55 minutes.
13
Let cake cool to take out of pan.
14
Sprinkle confectioners' sugar on top of cooled cake through a shaker.
15
Enjoy.

12929

kcal

Calories

1381

Fat

172

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 lb butter, room temperature, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Grandma Lil's Sour Cream Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grandma Lil's Sour Cream Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions