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Cinnamon Roll Cake

This Cinnamon Roll Cake is a soft, fluffy dessert filled with a rich cinnamon swirl and topped with a sweet glaze. It’s an easy alternative to traditional cinnamon rolls, delivering all the same warm, comforting flavors without the extra work. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this cake is one of the best Easy Desserts With Few Ingredients and a delicious twist on a classic Cinnabon Cake. If you love Cinnamon Swirl Cake or simple Easy Dessert Recipes, this recipe is a must-try.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • For the Cinnamon Swirl:
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • For the Glaze:
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Stir until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the batter.
  7. Use a knife to swirl the mixture into the batter.
  8. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe is similar to a Cinnamon Bun Cake with a rich swirl and soft texture.
  • For a variation like Cinnamon Roll Bars, cut into squares and serve as handheld treats.
  • You can turn this into Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes by baking the batter in a muffin pan.
  • Perfect for brunch, holidays, or everyday baking, making it one of the best Easy Dessert Recipes.