
This cinnamon roll cake captures the ooey-gooey goodness of Cinnabon rolls in an easy-to-make cake! With swirls of cinnamon-sugar and a luscious cream cheese glaze, this is a dessert thatβs perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave a sweet treat.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup granulated sugar
4 tsp baking powder
2 large eggs
2 cups milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 tbsp milk (adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions:
Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and grease a 9Γ13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
- Add the eggs, milk, and melted butter. Mix until smooth and pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Make the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cake batter. Use a knife to swirl it gently into the batter.
Bake the Cake
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, beating until smooth and pourable.
Assemble & Serve
- Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool slightly. Pour the cream cheese glaze over the warm cake, letting it soak in.
- Slice and serve warm for the ultimate Cinnabon experience!
Why Youβll Love This Recipe:
- Gooey & Delicious: The perfect blend of sweet cinnamon and creamy glaze.
- Easy to Make: No need to roll dough or wait for it to rise.
Indulge in the flavors of a classic Cinnabon roll without all the work. This cake is comfort food at its finest!