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Cinnamon Roll Cake


  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A soft, fluffy cake swirled with a rich cinnamon filling and topped with a sweet glaze—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon for the swirl mixture.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the swirl mixture over the cake batter and swirl it in gently with a knife or toothpick.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Once the cake is out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
  10. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature. Can store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: cinnamon roll, cake, dessert, brunch, sweet