Can I make this cake without cream cheese frosting?

Yes, but the frosting adds a tangy contrast to the sweet cake. If you'd rather skip it, you can dust the cake with powdered sugar or use a simple glaze instead.

How do I know when the cake is done baking?

Insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are okay), it’s ready. The top should also be lightly golden.

Can I halve the recipe for a smaller batch?

Absolutely. Use an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch pan and cut all ingredients in half. Bake time may be slightly shorter, so check around 25 minutes.

Amazing Cinnamon Roll Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Amazing Cinnamon Roll Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: **Cake Batter**; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup granulated sugar; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 cups milk; 2 large eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted); **Cinnamon Swirl**; 1 cup unsalted butter (softened); 1 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; **Cream Cheese Frosting**; 6 ounces cream cheese (softened); 2 cups powdered sugar; 4 tablespoons milk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Description

Sweet, moist, and full of cinnamon roll flavor without the hassle of yeast. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or holidays.

Ingredients

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**Cake Batter**

3 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 cup granulated sugar

4 teaspoons baking powder

1 1/2 cups milk

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)

**Cinnamon Swirl**

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)

1 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

**Cream Cheese Frosting**

6 ounces cream cheese (softened)

2 cups powdered sugar

4 tablespoons milk

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.

2. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Add milk, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until mostly combined. Stir in melted butter.

3. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth out.

4. In a separate bowl, mix all cinnamon swirl ingredients until creamy. Drop spoonfuls over batter and swirl with a knife.

5. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. While cake bakes, beat all frosting ingredients until smooth.

7. Let the cake cool for 10–15 minutes. Spread frosting over warm cake and serve.

Notes

Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze (wrapped well) for up to 3 months.

Best served warm. Reheat slices in microwave if desired.

You can halve the recipe using an 8×8-inch pan.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Thanksgiving Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 580
Sugar: 50g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 75g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 102mg