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Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

The Copycat Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is a perfect way to enjoy the iconic flavors of a cinnamon roll in cake form. It’s rich, gooey, and incredibly satisfying, making it a great dessert for any occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup melted butter

Cinnamon Layer:

  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Glaze:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • For the white cake layer: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, milk, white sugar, eggs, baking powder, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well-blended. Add in the ¼ cup of melted butter and mix until fully incorporated. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • For the cinnamon layer: In a separate large bowl, beat together 1 cup of softened butter, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, and cinnamon until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture evenly over the batter in the baking pan.
  • Using a knife, gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the cake batter to create a marbled effect.
  • Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out nearly clean.
  • For the glaze: In a large bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Once the cake is done, drizzle the glaze over the warm cake. Serve and enjoy!