Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

Introduction

If you love the warm, gooey goodness of classic Cinnabon-style cinnamon rolls but want something easier to make, this Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is the perfect solution. It delivers all the rich cinnamon flavor, buttery swirls, and sweet vanilla glaze you crave—without the need for yeast or rolling dough. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this cake comes together quickly and fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.

 Ingredients

For the Cake Batter

• All-purpose flour – 3 cups

• Salt – ¼ teaspoon

• Granulated sugar – 1 cup

• Baking powder – 4 teaspoons

• Milk – 1½ cups

• Eggs – 2

• Vanilla extract – 2 teaspoons

• Unsalted butter (melted) – 4 tablespoons

For the Cinnamon Filling

• Unsalted butter (softened) – 1 cup (2 sticks)

• Brown sugar – 1 cup

• Ground cinnamon – 1 tablespoon

• Chopped nuts (optional, walnuts or pecans) – ⅔ cup

For the Glaze

• Powdered sugar – 2 cups

• Milk – 4–5 tablespoons

• Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon

 Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with oil or cooking spray.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, granulated sugar, and baking powder.

3. Create the Batter
   Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth and well combined.

4. Incorporate Butter
   Gently stir in the melted butter, then pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

5. Prepare the Filling
   In a separate bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts (if using) until smooth.

6. Add the Filling
   Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon filling evenly over the cake batter.

7. Swirl the Cake
   Use a knife to gently swirl the filling through the batter, creating a marbled cinnamon pattern.

8. Bake
   Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.

9. Make the Glaze
   While the cake bakes, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable.

10. Glaze and Serve
    Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake. Let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

 Conclusion

This Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert—soft, buttery, and packed with sweet cinnamon flavor in every bite. Perfect for sharing with family and friends, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that tastes just like your favorite cinnamon rolls but with half the effort. One slice is never enough!