Cinna-Bun Cake is the ultimate dessert for cinnamon roll lovers, featuring all the gooey, buttery, cinnamon-sugar goodness of a classic cinnamon roll in a simple-to-make cake. Topped with a creamy glaze, this cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. It’s the cozy, indulgent treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1½ cups milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 5 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the milk, eggs, and melted butter, mixing until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a separate bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until creamy. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture over the cake batter. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Make the Glaze: While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
6. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool slightly before drizzling the glaze over the top.
7. Serve: Slice and serve warm for the ultimate cinnamony experience!

Notes

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Warm slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for a fresh-out-of-the-oven taste.
• Add Nuts: For added crunch, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the cinnamon swirl before baking.
• Extra Gooey: If you love extra glaze, double the glaze recipe and pour half over the cake while warm and the rest just before serving.
• Make Ahead: The cake can be prepared a day in advance. Just wait to glaze it until just before serving.

This Cinna-Bun Cake combines the best parts of a cinnamon roll and cake into one irresistible dessert. Perfect for gatherings, this recipe will have everyone swooning over its rich, cinnamony goodness!