Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake (Print View)

Tender, buttery coffee cake swirled with cinnamon sugar and finished with vanilla glaze.

# Components:

→ Cake

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
04 - 1 cup whole milk
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Swirl

09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
11 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
12 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Vanilla Glaze

13 - 1 cup powdered sugar
14 - 2 tablespoons milk
15 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, whole milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
05 - Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
06 - In a small bowl, blend brown sugar, flour, and ground cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles a thick paste.
07 - Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture evenly over the batter and gently swirl it through the batter using a knife.
08 - Bake for 32 to 36 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
09 - As the cake cools slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
10 - Drizzle glaze generously over the warm cake. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple steps and no dough proofing required
  • All the comfort of cinnamon rolls but much faster
  • Perfect balance of buttery crumb and gooey cinnamon filling
  • Crowd pleasing and works for breakfast or dessert
02 -
  • This cake tastes just as good on day two
  • Easy to customize with nuts or spices
  • Vegetarian friendly treat for the whole family
  • Powdered sugar glaze soaks into the cake when warm for extra moisture
03 -
  • Do not overmix your cake batter as that is the most common reason for a dense result
  • Always swirl your cinnamon filling gently all the way to the bottom for perfect flavor in each bite
  • Taste your cinnamon and make sure it is still fresh for the boldest flavor
  • If your glaze is too thick add a drop more milk until it drizzles smoothly

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