Ingredients

For the Cake

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1½ cups whole milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cinnamon Swirl

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

For the Vanilla Glaze

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 5 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

How to Make Cinnamon Roll Cake with Vanilla Glaze

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

Add the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix until the batter is smooth and no dry streaks remain. Be careful not to overmix, as this helps keep the cake light and tender.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.

Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Swirl

In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and ground cinnamon.

Mix until the ingredients form a smooth, creamy paste.

Using a spoon, drop small portions of the cinnamon mixture evenly across the surface of the cake batter.

With a butter knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon mixture through the batter using figure-eight motions. Avoid overmixing so the beautiful cinnamon ribbons remain visible after baking.

Step 3: Bake the Cake

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