Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with our Cinnamon Roll Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting recipe, a perfect blend of rich, sweet flavors. This easy-to-make, delicious cake combines the irresistible taste of classic cinnamon rolls with the creamy luxury of cream cheese frosting. Ideal for brunch, family gatherings, or as a special treat, this homemade cinnamon roll cake is sure to delight. With its moist texture and swirls of cinnamon, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with your favorite coffee or tea. Discover how simple it is to create this delectable dessert that’s bound to become a new favorite in your recipe collection. Perfect for those seeking a scrumptious, comforting bake that’s both impressive and satisfying!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Make the Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Gradually add the flour mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Assemble the Cake: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Drop half of the cinnamon swirl mixture by spoonfuls onto the cake batter. Swirl it through the batter with a knife. Repeat with the remaining cake batter and cinnamon swirl.
- Bake the Cake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
- Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup butter together in a bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla, beating until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake.
- Serve: Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your homemade Cinnamon Roll Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting!