Description
This Cinnamon Roll Cake combines the warm, comforting flavors of a cinnamon roll with the soft texture of a cake. With layers of cinnamon-sugar goodness and a sweet glaze on top, it’s a decadent dessert perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any occasion!
Ingredients
For the White Cake Layer:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups milk
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1 cup white sugar
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2 large eggs
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4 teaspoons baking powder
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ cup butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Layer:
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1 cup butter, softened
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1 cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
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2 cups confectioners’ sugar
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5 tablespoons milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the oven and prepare the baking dish:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan. -
Make the white cake layer:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, sugar, eggs, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter. Mix until smooth. -
Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan:
Pour the cake batter into the greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly. -
Prepare the cinnamon layer:
In a medium bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until smooth and well combined. -
Add the cinnamon layer to the cake batter:
Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cake batter. Use a butter knife or skewer to swirl the cinnamon mixture into the cake batter, creating a marbled effect. -
Bake the cake:
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. -
Prepare the glaze:
While the cake is cooling, make the glaze by whisking together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cake:
Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to soak into the warm cake.
Notes
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You can serve this cake warm or at room temperature.
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For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of salt to the glaze.
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This cake is great for breakfast, dessert, or a brunch treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon roll, cake, cinnamon sugar, glaze, breakfast cake, dessert