Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

Step 3: Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl

In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. This will form the gooey cinnamon swirl that makes the cake irresistible.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

1. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
2. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter.
3. Pour the remaining cake batter on top and gently smooth it out.
4. Top with the remaining cinnamon mixture, and use a knife or skewer to swirl the cinnamon through the batter for a marbled effect.

Step 5: Bake

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (a few cinnamon crumbs are fine). Avoid overbaking, as the cake should remain soft and moist.

Step 6: Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze

1. While the cake is cooling, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Add milk a little at a time until the glaze reaches a pourable consistency.

Step 7: Glaze and Serve

1. Let the cake cool for 10–15 minutes in the pan.
2. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the warm cake, letting it seep into the swirls for extra gooey goodness.
3. Slice into squares and serve warm for the ultimate Cinnabon experience at home.

Tips for the Perfect Cinnamon Roll Cake

• Room temperature ingredients make the batter smoother and more even.
• Don’t overmix the batter; overmixing can make the cake dense.
• Swirl gently for a pretty marbled effect without blending all the cinnamon into the batter.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds for that fresh-baked feel.

This Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is perfect for anyone craving the sweet, cinnamon goodness of classic Cinnabon rolls without the fuss of rolling individual buns. Gooey, soft, and topped with rich cream cheese glaze, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and a cozy treat any time of the day.

If you want, I can also make a version with a shortcut using canned cinnamon rolls that’s even faster but just as delicious. It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish. Do you want me to do that?