Cinnamon Roll Cake

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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!