Description
Bring the warm, gooey goodness of cinnamon rolls to your table with this Cinnamon Roll Cake! With swirls of cinnamon-sugar filling and a sweet glaze, this cake is moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or a cozy snack, it’s a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Filling:
- ¾ cup (1 ½ sticks) salted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 5 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cake Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Stir until combined.
- Gradually mix in the melted butter until the batter is smooth. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the Batter
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Make the Cinnamon Filling
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon filling over the batter.
- Create Swirls
- Use a butter knife to swirl the cinnamon filling into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake the Cake
- Bake the cake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze
- While the cake bakes, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Adjust consistency by adding more milk or powdered sugar if needed.
- Glaze the Cake
- Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool for 5–10 minutes.
- Pour the glaze over the warm cake, spreading it evenly.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Slice the cake and serve warm for the ultimate cinnamon roll experience.
Notes
- Enhance Flavor: Add a pinch of nutmeg or a drizzle of maple syrup to the filling for a unique twist.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheating: Warm slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American