Cinna bun cake in the oven

How to make Cinna bun cake in the oven

Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistible Cinna bun cake in the oven. This moist and flavorful cake combines the best of both worlds: the gooey goodness of cinnamon rolls and the convenience of a single cake. With layers of cinnamon-sugar swirl and a creamy cream cheese frosting, this dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp. salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 tsp. baking powder
• 1-1/2 cups whole milk
• 2 eggs
• 2 tsp. vanilla extract
• ½ cup butter, melted

For the Topping:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp. cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 5 tbsp. whole milk
• 1 tsp. vanilla

Instructions:

Preparing the Cake Batter:

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Add Melted Butter: Stir in the melted butter until incorporated.

Preparing the Cinnamon Swirl:

1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add Flour and Cinnamon: Stir in the flour and cinnamon until well combined.

Assembling the Cake:

1. Grease and Flour Pan: Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. Pour Half the Batter: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan.
3. Spread Cinnamon Swirl: Spread the cinnamon swirl mixture evenly over the batter.
4. Pour Remaining Batter: Pour the remaining cake batter over the cinnamon swirl.
5. Swirl the Batter: Using a knife, swirl the batter to create a marbled effect.

Baking the Cake:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bake: Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Preparing the Glaze:

1. Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

Glazing the Cake:

1. Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool completely before glazing.
2. Drizzle the Glaze: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve warm or cold.
• Dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
• Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.

This Cinna bun cake in the oven is a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Its rich flavor, moist texture, and irresistible cinnamon swirl make it a crowd-pleaser. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake up a batch of this delicious dessert.