This delicious Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake comes together in about 30 minutes and is baked to perfection in a 9×13 inch pan for a quick and easy dessert that your family will love! It’s perfect for a busy weeknight treat or even a special occasion!
Ingredient Breakdown
Essential Ingredients
- All-purpose flour (2 cups): The base for our cake, giving it the right texture.
- Granulated sugar (1 cup): Sweetens the cake, making it delightful.
- Baking powder (1 tablespoon): This little guy is essential for the cake to rise.
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon): A couple of pinches to balance the flavors.
- Milk (1 cup): Adds moisture to our cake, making it perfectly fluffy.
- Unsalted butter (1/2 cup, melted): Because butter makes everything better! It adds richness and flavor.
- Large eggs (2): These help the cake bind together and provide structure.
- Vanilla extract (1 tablespoon): for that warm, comforting flavor.
- Brown sugar (1/2 cup): The star of our cinnamon filling, providing a deep sweetness.
- Ground cinnamon (2 tablespoons): The magic ingredient that gives the cake its signature flavor.
- Powdered sugar (1/2 cup): For the glaze, making it sweet and deliciously creamy.
- Cream cheese (2 tablespoons, softened): Adds creaminess to the glaze.
- Milk (1-2 tablespoons for glaze): To achieve that perfect drizzle consistency.
So, let’s dive into making this delightful cinnamon roll cake!
Let’s Get Cooking!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 9×13 inch baking pan. We don’t want any stickiness here!
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Just make sure you get everything evenly mixed!
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until it’s nice and blended. You might want to take a moment to enjoy that sweet vanilla aroma!
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are totally okay!
For that mouthwatering filling, in a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together. This step is what brings that Cinnabon flavor to life!
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Spread it out, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over it like you’re creating a sweet layer of joy!
Pour the remaining cake batter on top and use a knife to swirl it gently, just a few swirls to create that gorgeous marbled effect. Don’t overdo it; we want those cinnamon swirls to be visible!
Now, bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Your kitchen will start to smell heavenly during this time; just try not to hover around the oven too much!
While the cake cools, let’s whip up that glaze! In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cream cheese, and milk until smooth and creamy. This glaze is sooo good, you’ll want to drizzle it on everything!
Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled cake. And then, just like that, you have a beautiful Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake ready to be enjoyed!
If you loved this Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake, be sure to check out my Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls for another delightful treat!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
The beauty of this recipe is that it comes together in under 30 minutes, absolutely perfect for those busy weeknights when you want to whip up something delicious in a snap.
Comfort Food
You can’t go wrong here! This cake is loaded with tons of flavor and gives that famed cinnamon roll experience without all the dough-swirling hassle.
Customizable
Feel free to get creative! Substitute different types of milk or add in a handful of chocolate chips. You might even toss in some chopped nuts for extra crunch, talk about versatile.
One-Pan Wonder
With everything baked in one pan, cleanup is a breeze. You just need to wash one bowl and the pan, hello, minimal cleanup!
Serving Suggestions
What to Serve With This
This cake is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or even an afternoon treat with coffee. You could pair it with some fresh fruit to lighten things up or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.
How Long It Keeps
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days.
Reheating Instructions
To reheat, simply pop a slice in the microwave for about 20 seconds. It’ll taste just as fluffy as the day it was baked!
Freezer Friendly?
Yes! You can freeze leftover cake for up to a month, just wrap it well in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil to keep it fresh.
So, there you have it! This Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to make everyone smile. Whether you’re feeding the family or entertaining guests, this cake brings joy wrapped in sweetness every time. So, what are you waiting for? Grab those ingredients and get baking!
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Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until blended.
- Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together for the filling.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over it.
- Pour the remaining cake batter on top and swirl with a knife to create cinnamon swirls.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While the cake cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, cream cheese, and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled cake.