Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake – Soft, Gooey, and Loaded with Sweet Cinnamon Swirls
If you love the famous flavors of Cinnabon cinnamon rolls but want an easier dessert to prepare, this Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is the perfect recipe. It combines a soft vanilla cake with rich cinnamon swirls and a sweet vanilla glaze that melts into every bite while the cake is still warm. The result is a moist, buttery dessert with the classic taste of homemade cinnamon rolls, but without the time-consuming process of kneading, rolling, or shaping dough.
This easy cinnamon roll cake has become a favorite for breakfast, brunch, dessert, holiday gatherings, potlucks, and family celebrations. The buttery cinnamon layer creates beautiful swirls throughout the cake, giving every slice a rich caramel-like flavor and a soft, gooey texture. Finished with a smooth vanilla glaze, this homemade cake tastes just like a freshly baked cinnamon roll straight from the bakery.
One of the best things about this Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake recipe is how simple it is to make using everyday pantry ingredients. Everything comes together in one baking pan, making it an excellent choice for beginner bakers while delivering impressive results that everyone will love. Serve it warm with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk for an unforgettable homemade treat.
Ingredients:
For the Cake
3 cups all-purpose flour.
1½ cups milk.
1 cup white sugar.
2 large eggs.
4 teaspoons baking powder.
2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
¼ teaspoon salt.
¼ cup butter, melted.
For the Cinnamon Layer
1 cup butter, softened.
1 cup brown sugar.
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon.
For the Glaze
2 cups confectioners’ sugar.
5 tablespoons milk.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Instructions:
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 2
Combine the flour, milk, sugar, eggs, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt in a large bowl.
Step 3
Mix until the batter is smooth.
Step 4
Stir the melted butter into the batter.
Step 5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
