Description
This cinnamon roll cake is a comforting dessert that blends the warmth of cinnamon rolls with the convenience of a single-layer cake. Moist, buttery, and packed with cinnamon-sugar swirls, it’s perfect for gatherings or cozy meals.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white granulated sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups milk (whole or 2%)
½ cup salted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, and baking powder.
Add eggs, vanilla extract, and milk, mixing until smooth.
Stir in melted salted butter until well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
Drizzle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
With a knife or offset spatula, gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the cake batter.
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool slightly, then serve as is or with a glaze if desired.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients for even mixing.
You can store leftover cake in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
For a halal twist, ensure all ingredients are certified halal-compliant.
This recipe is customizable—add raisins, nuts, or orange zest for variety.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg