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Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Roll Cake combines the sweet, comforting flavors of a classic cinnamon roll with the ease of a cake. Featuring a tender, fluffy batter swirled with a cinnamon-sugar mixture and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, this recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert. The cake bakes to a golden brown, offering a melty, gooey texture reminiscent of your favorite cinnamon roll, but with minimal effort and in less time.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Filling

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Vanilla Icing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated.
  4. Make Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cake light and fluffy.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon thoroughly to create the filling mixture.
  6. Layer Batter and Filling: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan. Drizzle half of the melted butter over the batter, then sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on top.
  7. Add Remaining Batter and Swirl: Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer. Drizzle the remaining melted butter and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top. Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cake is set in the center when tested with a toothpick.
  9. Prepare Icing: While the cake cools slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
  10. Finish and Serve: Drizzle the vanilla icing evenly over the warm cake. Slice and serve to enjoy the ooey gooey cinnamon goodness.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the texture light and tender.
  • The melted butter drizzled between layers creates the signature gooey texture in the cake.
  • If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon in the filling by 1 teaspoon.
  • For easy cleanup, line the pan with parchment paper before greasing.
  • Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before icing to prevent the glaze from melting completely.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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