Description

Cinnamon Roll Snack Cake is the perfect blend of nostalgia and indulgence, offering the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls in a delightful cake form. This easy-to-make treat features a soft, fluffy texture with sweet cinnamon swirls and a glossy glaze, making it an ideal choice for brunch or an afternoon snack. Each bite is sure to transport you back to cozy mornings filled with warmth and love.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
¾ cup granulated sugar (or ½ cup granulated sugar + ¼ cup brown sugar)
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
¾ cup whole milk
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
2–4 tbsp heavy cream or milk (for glaze)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar.
In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling. Spread half of the batter in the prepared pan, sprinkle with half of the filling, then add remaining batter on top.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
While cooling, whisk powdered sugar with heavy cream or milk for the glaze and drizzle generously over the cake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: - For added texture, consider folding in chopped apples or nuts before baking. - To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.