Here’s a delicious recipe for Cinnamon Roll Cake that combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls with a moist and fluffy cake. It’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time you crave something sweet!
Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 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.
- Make the Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened butter until well combined and crumbly.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter.
- Pour the remaining cake batter on top and gently spread it out. Use a knife to swirl the batter lightly, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze:
- While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
- Cool and Glaze:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, drizzle the glaze over the warm cake.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve your delicious Cinnamon Roll Cake warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Tips
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Serving Suggestions: This cake is delightful on its own or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Add-ins: You can also add chopped nuts or raisins to the cinnamon swirl mixture for added texture and flavor.
Enjoy this delicious Cinnamon Roll Cake—it’s a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll!
