Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

Certainly! Here’s a recipe for a Cinnabon-inspired Cinnamon Roll Cake that captures the flavors of Cinnabon’s famous cinnamon rolls in a delightful cake form:

Ingredients:

For the Cake Batter:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
   • Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
3. Make the Cinnamon Swirl:
   • In a separate bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
4. Assemble the Cake:
   • Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan.
   • Spoon half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter in the pan and gently swirl it using a knife or a spatula.
   • Pour the remaining cake batter over the cinnamon swirl layer.
   • Spoon the remaining cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter and swirl it again.
5. Bake the Cake:
   • Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The baking time may vary, so keep an eye on the cake.
6. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
   • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy and smooth.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is well combined and smooth.
7. Frost the Cake:
   • Once the cake has cooled slightly, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top of the cake.
8. Serve:
   • Slice the Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake into squares and serve warm. The cake can also be served at room temperature.

This Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake is a fantastic way to enjoy the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls without the hassle of making individual rolls. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, and the cream cheese frosting adds a delightful touch of sweetness.