Cinnamon Roll Cake

Cinnamon Roll Cake

Introduction:

Cinnamon Roll Cake is a delightful fusion of a classic cinnamon roll and a moist, gooey cake.

This cake is perfect for those who love the flavors of cinnamon, sugar, and buttery goodness but want the ease of making a cake rather than individual rolls.

It’s a warm, comforting dessert that’s ideal for family gatherings, brunches, or as a special treat any day of the week.

The cinnamon swirl inside the cake gives it a beautiful marbled appearance, and the sweet glaze drizzled on top adds the perfect finishing touch.

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

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

2/3 cup chopped nuts (optional)

For the Glaze:

2 cups powdered sugar

4-5 tablespoons milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using an electric mixer or stand mixer, beat the mixture until smooth.

Gradually stir in the melted butter until the batter is well combined and smooth.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

3. Make the Cinnamon Swirl:

In a medium-sized bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined. If you’re using nuts, stir them in at this stage.

Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the top of the cake batter. Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter, creating a marbled effect.

4. Bake the Cake:

Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

The cake should be golden brown on top, and the edges should start to pull away from the sides of the pan.

5. Prepare the Glaze:

While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if the glaze is too thick.

6. Add the Glaze:

Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.

While the cake is still warm, drizzle the glaze over the top. The warmth of the cake will help the glaze seep into the cake, adding extra sweetness and moisture.

7. Serve:

Serve the Cinnamon Roll Cake warm or at room temperature. The cake is delicious on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon Roll Cake is a comforting, gooey, and utterly delicious dessert that combines the best of cinnamon rolls and cake in one easy-to-make dish.

The soft cake is infused with the rich, buttery flavor of the cinnamon swirl, and the glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness to each bite.

This cake is perfect for sharing with family and friends, and it’s sure to become a favorite in your home.

Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this Cinnamon Roll Cake is a treat that everyone will love.

Enjoy the warm, sweet, and cinnamony goodness of this delightful cake!