Gooey Bun Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Gooey Bun Cake, a decadent treat that brings together the best elements of a cinnamon bun and a moist, fluffy cake. This recipe combines a buttery, cinnamon-spiced cake base with luscious swirls of sweetened cream cheese for an irresistible marbled effect. Finished with a velvety powdered sugar glaze, this dessert is perfect for serving at brunches, holidays, or any special occasion. Easy to prepare and bake in just under an hour, this 9x13-inch delight serves up to 12 and pairs beautifully with a steaming cup of coffee. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, the Gooey Bun Cake is sure to become a family favorite with its rich, gooey texture and comforting flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the mixture is smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
In another bowl, combine the cream cheese, light brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cake batter. Use a knife to swirl the cream cheese mixture into the batter for a marbled effect.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and the remaining 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Add more cream if needed to achieve a drizzle-worthy consistency.
Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top.
Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 218.2 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.0 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1295 mg | 432% | |
| Sodium | 3258 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1057.4 g | 385% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 857.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.9 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 870 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1518 mg | 32% | |
*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.
