Description
Enjoy a soft, cinnamon-swirled cake with a creamy glaze that tastes just like a cinnamon roll! Perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup melted butter
For the top layer, also known as the cinnamon filling, you will need:
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Finally, for the glaze, gather these ingredients:
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C), and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with a bit of melted butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 4 teaspoons of baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. In another bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of milk, 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and ¼ cup of melted butter until well mixed. Gradually blend the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Create the top layer: In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup of softened butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Mix until the ingredients resemble a crumbly texture.
- Combine layers: Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Carefully sprinkle the cinnamon filling evenly over this batter. Then, pour the remaining batter on top, spreading gently to avoid mixing the layers.
- Bake to perfection: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze: While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Glaze the cake: Once the cake is out of the oven, allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. Drizzle the prepared glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in slightly for added sweetness.
- Serve and enjoy: Cut the cake into squares and serve warm. This delightful treat is perfect for both breakfast and dessert!