Description
This Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake combines the delightful flavors of a classic cinnamon roll into a simple, moist cake perfect for breakfast or dessert. Swirled with a rich cinnamon and brown sugar paste, then topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, this cake offers a comforting treat with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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For the cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
For the cinnamon swirl:
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter (softened)
For the glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 5 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare baking dish and batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. Stir in the melted butter, then pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Make the cinnamon swirl: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add the softened butter and mix thoroughly until a thick paste forms. Drop spoonfuls of this cinnamon mixture evenly over the cake batter. Using a knife, swirl the mixture gently through the batter to create a marbled effect without fully blending.
- Bake the cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden and set on top.
- Prepare the glaze: While the cake bakes, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and serve: Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm cake. Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing to let the glaze set slightly for perfect serving.
Notes
- This cake is best enjoyed warm, bringing out the gooey cinnamon swirl and sweet glaze.
- It reheats well in the microwave for quick servings on subsequent days.
- For extra texture and flavor, add chopped pecans into the cinnamon swirl mixture or sprinkle nutmeg over the top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
