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Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe

Fluffy Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe You'll Love

This Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe is a delightful fusion of fluffy cake and cinnamon rolls, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Using vanilla or yellow cake mix provides a similar flavor profile.
  • 3 large Eggs Important for moisture and binding; no substitutes suggested.
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil Vegetable oil works just as well if that’s what you have on hand.
  • 1 cup Water Consider swapping it with milk for a slightly richer flavor.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Margarine can be used as a substitute if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar While white sugar can be used, the taste will differ significantly.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon No direct substitutions suggested.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Both homemade and store-bought varieties work perfectly.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be a fun twist if you’re feeling adventurous.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk Any milk type, including plant-based options, can be utilized.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking pan
  • parchment paper
  • Nonstick Cooking Spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your baking pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, canola oil, and water and whisk until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, then drizzle over the batter and swirl gently.
  5. Bake in preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  7. Once the cake has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top.
  8. Slice the cake into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

Gentle swirling is key for distinct cinnamon patterns. Keep an eye on baking times as ovens vary. Allow cake to cool slightly before glazing to keep the glaze's integrity.

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