Cinnamon Roll Cake
This Cinnamon Roll Cake has all the flavors you love from cinnamon rolls, but in an easy-to-make cake form. It’s soft, sweet, and packed with cinnamon goodness, topped off with a rich glaze.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups milk
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
2 cups powdered sugar
5 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Prepare the Cake Batter:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
Stir in the milk, eggs, and vanilla until just combined.
Slowly mix in the melted butter until the batter is smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
Make the Cinnamon Swirl:
In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until well combined and creamy.
Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cake batter in the pan. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Bake the Cake:
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 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 until smooth.
If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
Glaze the Cake:
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in and cover the surface.
Serve:
Serve the cake warm, sliced into squares. It’s delicious on its own or with a cup of coffee or tea.
Tips:
Storage: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also refrigerate it to keep it longer, just warm it up before serving.
Add Nuts: For added texture, you can sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the cinnamon swirl before baking.
Make Ahead: This cake can be made a day ahead. Just reheat it slightly in the oven or microwave before serving to refresh the texture.
This Cinnamon Roll Cake is sure to be a hit with anyone who loves the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar. It’s easy to make, and the gooey, cinnamon-swirled layers make it an irresistible treat. Enjoy!