Description
This Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake combines all the flavors of your favorite cinnamon rolls in a simple, marbled cake form. With a tender cake base swirled with a cinnamon-sugar mixture and topped with a sweet glaze, it’s perfect for breakfast or dessert and serves 12 people.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the 3 cups flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder. Then add the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined. Pour this batter into the prepared baking dish evenly.
- Create cinnamon swirl mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, and softened butter. Mix thoroughly to create a spreadable cinnamon-sugar swirl mixture.
- Add and swirl cinnamon mixture: Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter in the baking dish. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl it into the batter, creating a marbled cinnamon effect throughout the cake.
- Bake the cake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze: While the cake bakes, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Cool and glaze the cake: Once the cake is baked, allow it to cool slightly but remain warm. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the top for a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- You can use either vanilla or plain milk for a variation in flavor.
- Make sure the butter for the cinnamon swirl is softened for easier mixing.
- Adjust the glaze milk quantity to achieve desired thickness.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
- For a nuttier flavor, add chopped pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon swirl.
