Description
Craving cinnamon rolls but don’t have the time or patience for traditional yeast dough? This Cinnamon Roll Cake brings all the flavors you love, with a fraction of the effort. It’s soft, buttery, and topped with a luscious glaze, making it perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time you need a sweet treat. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make and is sure to impress everyone who tastes it!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups milk (room temperature)
- ½ cup salted butter (melted)
For the Cinnamon Filling:
- ¾ cup salted butter (softened)
- 1 cup light 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
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Make the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Gradually mix in melted butter until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the Batter into the Pan: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Make the Cinnamon Filling: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon to form a thick paste.
- Swirl the Filling: Drop spoonfuls of cinnamon filling over the cake batter. Use a butter knife to gently swirl it into the batter, creating a marble effect.
- Bake the Cake: Bake 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 powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
- Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is out of the oven, pour the glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the swirls.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let the cake cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Use milk and eggs at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Don’t Overmix: Stir the batter gently to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Butter for Filling: Ensure the butter for the filling is softened (not melted) to make it easier to swirl.
- Custom Glaze: Add a dash of cinnamon or almond extract to the glaze for an extra flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American