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Delicious cinnamon roll cake topped with icing and cinnamon swirl

Cinnamon Roll Cake

This Cinnamon Roll Cake combines the beloved flavors of cinnamon rolls with the simplicity of a cake. A delightful blend of soft vanilla cake and flavorful cinnamon swirls, topped with a sweet glaze.
Servings 12 servings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl

  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened butter until a paste forms.

Assembly

  • Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Spoon half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter. Use a knife to swirl it gently into the batter.
  • Pour the leftover cake batter on top and then add the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
  • Use the knife again to create a swirl pattern on the top.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • While the cake is cooling, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Serving

  • Once the cake has fully cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top before serving.

Notes

Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. Pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea. For an extra touch, top each slice with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g
Calories: 350kcal
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking Recipes, Cinnamon Desserts, Cinnamon Roll Cake, Easy Cake