Introduction
If you love cinnamon rolls but want something even easier to make, this Soft Glazed Cinnamon Roll Cake is the perfect dessert. It has all the warm cinnamon flavor, soft buttery texture, and sweet vanilla glaze of classic cinnamon rolls, but baked as one delicious cake. Every bite is moist, rich, and covered in creamy icing that melts into the warm cake. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert and guaranteed to impress anyone who tries it.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish or cake pan.
2. Make the Cake Batter
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
3. Pour the Batter
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
4. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl
In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour until smooth.
5. Add the Swirl
Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the batter. Use a knife or skewer to swirl it gently through the cake batter.
6. Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Make the Glaze
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable.
8. Finish the Cake
Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake so it melts into the top.
FAQ
Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes. You can bake it a day ahead and store it covered at room temperature.
How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or 5 days in the refrigerator.
Can I add nuts or raisins?
Absolutely! Chopped pecans, walnuts, or raisins work great in the cinnamon swirl.
Can I reheat it?
Yes, warm slices in the microwave for 15–20 seconds to make the glaze soft again.
Final Thoughts
This Soft Glazed Cinnamon Roll Cake delivers all the comforting flavors of traditional cinnamon rolls with far less effort. The buttery cake, rich cinnamon swirl, and sweet vanilla glaze make it irresistible. Whether served warm for breakfast or as a sweet dessert, it’s guaranteed to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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Soft Glazed Cinnamon Roll Cake
Ingredients
For the Cake
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
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- 1 tablespoon baking powder
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- ½ teaspoon salt
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- 1 cup milk
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- 2 large eggs
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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- ¾ cup brown sugar
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- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
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- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For the Glaze
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- 1 cup powdered sugar
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- 2–3 tablespoons milk
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- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish or cake pan.
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour until smooth.
Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the batter. Use a knife or skewer to swirl it gently through the cake batter.
Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake so it melts into the top.
