Air Fryer Cinnamon Walnut Pound Cake

Air Fryer Cinnamon Walnut Pound Cake makes for a quick and easy breakfast. Made with diced walnuts and ground cinnamon, it’s a flavorful and delicious pound cake. 

If you are looking for a rich, buttery, and amazing piece of loaf cake, which will go with any coffee, this is my favorite. I love the walnuts and ground cinnamon, and I think they give the bread a great flavor and texture. And of course, you can not go wrong with the Air Fryer baking it to perfection.

If you have not baked with the air fryer yet, it’s amazing. All of the baked goods come out to perfection. Light, airy, and absolutely delish, I call them bakery quality.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

• Crazy Easy to Make – minimal ingredients, simple steps, and no fancy skills required.
• Packed with Flavor – every bite hits with a perfect balance of spices, sweetness, or savory goodness.
• Perfect Texture – moist, crispy, creamy, or crunchy—whatever makes this recipe feel special.
• Versatile – great for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert; also easy to tweak to your taste.
• Impress Without Stress – looks and tastes gourmet without hours in the kitchen.

If you are looking for more Air Fryer Quick Bread Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER BANANA WALNUT POUND CAKE, AIR FRYER BANANA BREAD, AIR FRYER APPLE CRANBERRY BREAD, and AIR FRYER BANANA BREAD MUG CAKE.

Ingredients Needed

• All-Purpose Flour: Soft, finely milled flour perfect for tender baked goods
• Baking Soda: A natural leavening agent to help cakes rise evenly
• Baking Powder: Ensures fluffy texture with extra lift in every bite
• Salt: Balances sweetness while enhancing overall flavor depth beautifully
• Greek Yogurt: Adds creamy tang and moisture to every delicious bite
• Pure Vanilla Extract: Infuses rich, aromatic sweetness with natural vanilla flavor
• Eggs: Bind ingredients together, creating structure and soft texture
• Granulated Sugar: Sweetens perfectly while contributing light, tender crumb texture
• Butter: Adds rich, creamy flavor and golden, tender crumb
• Ground Cinnamon: Warm, aromatic spice giving comforting sweetness and depth
• Walnuts: Crunchy, nutty pieces adding texture and earthy flavor

How To Make Air Fryer Cinnamon Walnut Pound Cake

Step One: In a large mixing bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt. Then mix in the Greek yogurt, vanilla, eggs, sugar, and butter.

Step Two: Mix well. Fold in the walnuts and ground cinnamon. Pour the batter into a greased air fryer-safe pan.

Step Three: Set the pan into the air fryer, and set the temperature to 320 degrees F, air fryer setting for 20 minutes. When the time is up, place a toothpick in the pound cake, and check to see that the toothpick comes out clean. If not, add another 5 minutes.

Air Fryer Cinnamon Walnut Pound Cake Recipe Tips

• Do not over mix. If you over-mix a pound cake, you will release gluten which will make your pound cake dense.
• You can use the same batter to make muffins.
• Add in some other spices. I would suggest that you stick with the ground cinnamon theme and add ground nutmeg or ground allspice.
• Add some other mix-ins, shredded coconut, and dried fruit will work well here.
• For best results, use a mini loaf pan.

Storing, Freezing and Reheating Instructions

• Storing: Keep the pound cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain moisture and freshness. Avoid leaving it exposed to air, which can make it dry out quickly.
• Freezing: Wrap the cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or for a few hours at room temperature before serving.
• Reheating: Warm individual slices in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in a 325°F oven for 5–7 minutes. This brings back the soft, moist texture without overcooking.

Air Fryer Cinnamon Walnut Pound Cake Recipe Faqs

Can I use a different nut instead of walnuts? Yes! Pecans or almonds work beautifully and add a slightly different flavor and crunch.

Do I have to use Greek yogurt? No, you can substitute with sour cream or plain yogurt to keep the cake moist and tender.

Can I make this cake without an air fryer? Absolutely. Bake in a 9-inch pan at 325°F for 35–40 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.

How should I store leftovers? Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Can I freeze the pound cake? Yes, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before slicing.

How do I know when the cake is done? Insert a toothpick into the center—if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, it’s ready.

Can I add a glaze or frosting? Yes! A simple powdered sugar glaze or cream cheese frosting complements the cinnamon and walnuts perfectly.

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