Everything you love about cinnamon rolls is packed into this Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe. Each bite has swirls of cinnamon topped with the best glaze. It is amazing.
This homemade cinnamon roll cake recipe is a fun and delicious twist on the traditional coffee cake. It is loaded with all things that Cinnamon Roll fans will enjoy.
It’s the perfect excuse to serve for breakfast, brunch or anytime in between. It is perfect with a hot cup of coffee. It is so decadent and amazing.
If you love this cake recipe, make sure to check out some of our other favorite cake recipes. Crack Cake Recipe, White Texas Sheet Cake and Snickers Cake are perfect for any occasion.
What's in this post: Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe
Why Make This Cinnamon Cake
The cake batter is really easy to make and the cinnamon filling is the best. The glaze gets into every crevice of the warm cake for a really delicious dessert.
I think you will definitely add this to your list of family favorites. It is so decadent and amazing.
My kids think its the best thing ever and love having it for breakfast. This is often what they request for their special birthday breakfast. It is that good.
Ingredients
Cake
- All-Purpose Flour. Always spoon the flour into the measuring cup instead of scooping it. You don’t want to pack too much flour into the cup.
- Milk. I like to use whole milk, but you can use the type of milk you prefer.
- Eggs. Allow the eggs to come to room temperature before using.
- Vanilla. Use a good quality pure vanilla extract.
Topping
- Butter. Real butter has the best flavor.
- Brown Sugar. You can use light or dark brown sugar. I also like Homemade Brown Sugar Recipe.
- Cinnamon. Feel free to adjust to taste.
Glaze
- Powdered Sugar. Sift the powdered sugar before using to make the glaze. This will ensure the glaze is smooth.
- Vanilla. Don’t skip the vanilla. It adds the perfect flavor.
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Step By Step Instructions
- Step 1. First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. While the oven is preheating, get your pan ready and spray with cooking spray.
Step 2 – In a large mixing bowl, combine everything together for the ingredients of the cake. Make sure the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon are mixed thoroughly.
Step 3 – Once everything is combined, pour into the baking ban.
Step 4 – Make the cinnamon topping in a small bowl. Put all of the ingredients inside and combine.
Step 5 – Scoop a spoonful of the cinnamon mixture to drop on the cake batter.
Step 6 – Drop the spoonful on the cake batter.
Step 7 – Use a knife and swirl the topping all over the cake back and forth.
Step 8 – Finally, bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
Step 9 – When the cake comes out of the oven, drizzle the glaze all over the warm cake.
How to Make Glaze
This easy cinnamon roll cake recipe is even better with the homemade glaze. Combine the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla extract in a bowl. If you want the glaze to be thicker, just add more powdered sugar.
Make sure to drizzle on the cake right after removing from the oven while still warm.
Recipe Tips
- Cinnamon Swirls – Don’t worry if your cinnamon mixture is thick. It will still swirl. Be mindful to place your knife all the way into the batter when swirling. This will ensure the cinnamon gets all through the cake from top to bottom.
- Adding Glaze – Make sure the cake is warm when you add the glaze. Don’t let it cool. It is best to do this warm and it soaks into the cake and makes it really taste like cinnamon rolls.
- Adding Frosting – Try using cream cheese frosting instead of the glaze. This is another tasty option to try if you love cinnamon rolls.
- Combining Ingredients – You can combine the ingredients with a stand mixer or a hand held mixer in a large bowl.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bake cake for about 30 minutes. To ensure cake is finished cooking, if toothpick inserted into the center of cake comes out clean, then cake is finished cooking.
Store leftovers after cake is warm or at room temperature. Cover with plastic wrap and leave on the counter. Leftovers will last about 3 days.
Yes, if you prefer you can freeze this cake in individual servings or as a whole cake. Make sure to cover with plastic wrap and aluminum foil and it will stay fresh for up to 3 months.
Yes, you can. We have done this in a pinch, and it turned out good. I don’t think it is quite as good as homemade but very close and we all enjoyed it.
You will need a white cake mix and any ingredients the box calls for. Mix this up and pour into the baking pan. Add the cinnamon topping just like normal. Bake and add the glaze after.
More Cinnamon Desserts
- Crockpot Cinnamon Roll Casserole
- Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding
- Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Recipe
- Easy Cinnamon Pie
- Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
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Cinnamon Roll Cake
Ingredients
- Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup of sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- Topping:
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spray a 9 x 13 pan with non stick spray.
- Mix everything together for the ingredients of the cake in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- For the topping, mix all of the ingredients well in a small bowl.
- Drop spoonfuls of topping on the batter and then swirl it with a knife.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Drizzle glaze over warm cake. (You can reduce the glaze and the cake would still be yummy.)
