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Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe

Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe - Your Quick Morning Treat

Transforming the beloved flavors of cinnamon rolls into a no-fuss cake, this Easy Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe is ready in just half an hour.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1 box White Cake Mix A quality mix forms the cake's fluffy base.
  • 3 large Eggs Can be swapped for flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Oil Try using melted coconut oil for a twist.
  • 1 cup Water Follow the package instructions.
Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Margarine can serve as a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Replace with coconut sugar for a healthier choice.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Fresh ground provides an enhanced flavor.
Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can be omitted for a less sweet treat.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for outstanding flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Use almond or soy milk for a non-dairy version.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • half sheet pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Butter Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a half sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper and coating the sides with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix with the required water, oil, and eggs as per package instructions. Mix until smooth and evenly spread into the prepared pan.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Drizzle over the cake batter and gently swirl with a knife.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  5. While the cake is baking, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a small bowl to prepare the glaze.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 5-10 minutes, then drizzle the glaze over the warm cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve warm for maximum enjoyment, and store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days.

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