Loved it! I made this for my son-in-laws 40th birthday party and it was a hit.

Indulging in the sweet, cinnamon-infused goodness of a Cinnabon cinnamon roll is a delightful experience for many. However, if you’re looking to recreate that scrumptious flavor at home, but with a twist, then the Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is your answer. This delectable dessert combines the irresistible taste of a cinnamon roll with the convenience of a cake, making it perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients:

Bottom Layer:

Ingredients Amount
All-purpose flour 3 cups
Milk 1 ½ cups
White sugar 1 cup
Eggs 2
Baking powder 4 teaspoons
Vanilla extract 2 teaspoons
Salt ¼ teaspoon
Butter, melted ¼ cup

Top Layer:

Ingredients Amount
Butter, softened 1 cup
Brown sugar 1 cup
All-purpose flour 2 tablespoons
Ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon

Glaze:

Ingredients Amount
Confectioners’ sugar 2 cups
Milk 5 tablespoons
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Bottom Layer

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of white sugar, 4 teaspoons of baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in 1 ½ cups of milk, 2 eggs, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and ¼ cup of melted butter until the batter is smooth.
  4. Spread Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, ensuring it’s spread evenly.

Step 2: Create the Top Layer

  1. Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In another bowl, blend 1 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon until crumbly.
  2. Layer the Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.

Step 3: Bake to Perfection

  1. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.

Step 4: Glaze it Up

  1. Prepare Glaze: While the cake is cooling, whisk together 2 cups of confectioners’ sugar, 5 tablespoons of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Drizzle Glaze: Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top, letting it seep into the cinnamon sugar layer.

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