Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this homemade Honeybun Cake, a dessert that tastes just like the sweet treat itβs named after! This easy recipe starts with a fluffy yellow cake mix base, elevated by the richness of sour cream and eggs. A luscious swirl of brown sugar and ground cinnamon creates layers of warm, spiced goodness, while a dreamy vanilla glaze poured over the warm cake ensures every bite is melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this moist and gooey cake comes together in under an hour and serves 12, making it ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring at home. Get ready to impress with this easy-to-make, cinnamon-spiced crowd-pleaser!
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, sour cream, and vegetable oil. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until it is well combined and smooth, about 2 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the layer of batter.
Pour the remaining cake batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer, spreading it gently to cover.
Use a butter knife to swirl the layers together slightly by making figure-eight patterns through the batter.
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 the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth.
When the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the glaze over the hot cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the cake to cool for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Calories |
5354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 266.1 g | 341% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.5 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 100.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 863 mg | 288% | |
| Sodium | 2664 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 751.3 g | 273% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 588.9 g | ||
| Protein | 56.1 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1081 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1007 mg | 21% | |
*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.