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Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake

My mom always gets a ton of compliments and recipe requests when she brings this cinnamon roll cake to a gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 435
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  •  2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  •  1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  •  1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  •  2-3 tablespoons milk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, buttermilk, and eggs. Stir until well blended.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Do not overmix
  5. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened butter until crumbly.
  7. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.
  8. Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer and spread carefully to cover.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
  10. While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting: In a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, beating until creamy.
  11. Let the cake cool slightly before spreading the frosting evenly on top.
  12. Slice and serve warm for the best experience.

Notes

Want to add a personal touch to your cinnamon roll cake? Here are some creative ideas:
Add-ins: Try incorporating chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch, or add chocolate chips for a rich flavor twist. Fresh fruit such as chopped apples can also add freshness and a hint of tartness
Layered Version: Make the cake more decadent by creating layers. Divide the batter into two portions, spreading half in the pan, adding a layer of cinnamon mixture, then repeating with the rest of the batter and topping.
Spices and Flavors: Enhance the classic cinnamon taste with additional spices like nutmeg or cardamom for a warm, complex flavor profile. You could also experiment with different extracts, such as almond or lemon, for a unique twist.
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