Description
Indulge in the decadent goodness of this Cinnamon Roll Cake that combines all the flavors of a classic cinnamon roll in a delightful cake form. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Main Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until just combined.
- Prepare batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Create cinnamon swirl: In a separate bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Drop spoonfuls over the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Make glaze: While the cake is baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze.
- Finish: Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- This cake is best served fresh but can be stored covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5.
- Reheat slices in the microwave for a gooey, fresh-from-the-oven taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
