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Giant Cinnamon Roll Cake

Indulgent Giant Cinnamon Roll Cake for Cozy Mornings

Enjoy a slice of this Giant Cinnamon Roll Cake, a comforting dessert that brings warmth and sweetness to your mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 cups All Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can use brown sugar for richer flavor
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar dark brown sugar enhances molasses notes
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for the best rise
  • ½ teaspoon Salt reduce if using salted butter
  • 1 cup Whole Milk can use half and half for added richness
  • 3 large Eggs flax eggs are a great vegan substitute
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter introduces richness in batter and filling
For the Cinnamon Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon key spice for signature flavor
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar enhances the gooey flavor
  • ¼ cup Melted Unsalted Butter keep melted for even distribution
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar consider adding vanilla or almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract almond extract can be used for a unique twist
Optional Mix-ins
  • Nuts or Raisins add texture and bursts of sweetness

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine whole milk, eggs, and melted butter, whisking until smooth.
  4. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix ground cinnamon with melted unsalted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  6. Spread half of the batter into the greased pan, layer cinnamon filling, then dollop remaining batter on top.
  7. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before glazing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing to achieve a fluffy texture.

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