The Cinna-bun Cake is a delightful dessert that brings the irresistible allure of cinnamon rolls into a soft, spongy cake form. It’s a perfect blend of sweet and spicy cinnamon flavors, paired with a rich, creamy glaze that soaks into the cake, creating a moist and decadent treat.
This cake is ideal for cinnamon lovers and can be enjoyed as a dessert, a special breakfast, or a sweet snack during a cozy gathering.
This recipe is designed for ease and comfort, offering all the satisfaction of freshly baked cinnamon rolls but with the simplicity of cake baking. Here’s how you can create this deliciously tempting Cinna-bun Cake, which promises to be a crowd-pleaser at any event.
Cinna-bun Cake
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the cinnamon filling:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
For the glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 5 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
- Prepare the cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
- Stir in milk, eggs, and vanilla until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cake tough.
- Slowly stir in melted butter until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, ensuring an even spread.
- Make the cinnamon filling:
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until the mixture is creamy and fully blended.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon filling over the cake batter.
- Use a knife to swirl the cinnamon filling through the batter, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake the cake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures that your cake is baked through but still moist.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to slightly cool in the pan.
- Glaze the cake:
- In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the top and sides, which enhances the cake’s moisture and flavor.
