Description
This Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is the ultimate dessert for cinnamon roll lovers! With its gooey cinnamon sugar swirl and rich, buttery flavor, this cake is topped with a delicious glaze, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat. It’s a quicker and easier alternative to traditional cinnamon rolls but just as satisfying. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this cake will be an instant hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
For the Cake Batter:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 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 to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon to make the cinnamon swirl mixture.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl mixture onto the batter and gently swirl it with a knife.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the cinnamon swirl for added texture.
- For a tangy twist, substitute the glaze with a cream cheese frosting.
- The cake can be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend.
- Fresh or dried fruit such as raisins or chopped apples can be added for a fruity variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
