Cinnamon Bun Cake
Indulge in the sweet and spicy allure of a Cinnamon Bun Cake—a deliciously irresistible dessert that combines the classic flavors of gooey cinnamon buns with the simplicity of a homemade cake. Perfectly moist and tender, this cake features a rich cinnamon-sugar filling swirled into a buttery vanilla batter and baked to golden perfection. Topped with a luscious vanilla glaze that melts into every crevice, it offers the same comforting warmth of a cinnamon roll without the need for yeast or extensive prep time. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing treat is ideal for brunches, holiday gatherings, or a cozy sweet-tooth fix. Serve it warm for maximum decadence, and watch it disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined to form a smooth batter.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened butter to create the cinnamon filling.
Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon filling over the cake batter in the dish. Use a knife or a skewer to swirl the filling into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Once the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly for 10 minutes.
Drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm cake. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Cinnamon Bun Cake warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.2 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.2 g | 641% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 913 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 3306 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 743.6 g | 270% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 533.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.1 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 780 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1175 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
