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Cinnamon Roll Cake

A soft, buttery cake swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with creamy vanilla glaze — like a cinnamon roll in cake form.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup melted butter
Cinnamon Swirl
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup melted butter
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking pan
  • Wire rack
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. Add milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
  3. Stir together brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the swirl.
  4. Layer batter and swirl mixture in pan, using a knife to create cinnamon streaks.
  5. Bake 35–40 minutes until golden. Cool slightly.
  6. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for glaze. Drizzle over warm cake.

Notes

For best flavor, serve warm with extra glaze drizzle.