Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

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Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

A Soft, Swirled Dessert That Brings the Bakery Home

If you love the warm, gooey comfort of a classic Cinnabon cinnamon roll but want something easier to bake for a crowd, the Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is the perfect solution. This cake captures everything people adore about cinnamon rolls—pillowy texture, rich cinnamon-sugar swirls, and a smooth cream cheese glaze—without the time and effort of rolling individual buns. Baked in one pan and finished with a luscious frosting, it’s ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

What Makes This Cake Special

Unlike traditional cinnamon rolls, this cake uses a simple pour-and-swirl method. The batter stays tender and moist, while the cinnamon mixture melts into the cake as it bakes, creating ribbons of flavor in every slice. The final drizzle of cream cheese glaze ties everything together with a bakery-style finish.

Ingredients Overview

For the Cake Batter

All-purpose flour
Granulated sugar
Baking powder
Salt
Milk
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Melted butter

For the Cinnamon Swirl

Soft butter
Brown sugar
Ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Glaze

Cream cheese, softened
Powdered sugar
Milk or cream
Vanilla extract

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Baking Pan

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a rectangular baking dish or line it with parchment paper. This ensures easy removal and clean slices later.

Step 2: Make the Cake Batter

In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well so everything is evenly distributed.
Add the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until the batter is smooth and lump-free. The consistency should be thick but pourable.