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Cozy Cinnamon Roll Cake with Easy Cream Cheese Frosting

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A warm, cinnamon-spiced cake swirled with gooey cinnamon sugar and topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, perfect for a cozy breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk, whole or 2% preferred
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for swirl)
  • 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter, melted (for swirl)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray and lightly dust with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a rubber spatula until just combined; some lumps are okay.
  5. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly and moist for the cinnamon sugar swirl.
  6. Transfer half the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
  7. Add the remaining batter on top and smooth it out. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on the surface and gently press with the back of a spoon.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs. The top should be golden brown.
  9. Cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  10. Beat cream cheese and softened butter until fluffy using an electric mixer. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt; beat until smooth and spreadable.
  11. Once cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cake. Use a spatula to create soft peaks and swirls for a rustic look.
  12. Slice with a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake. Use room temperature eggs and milk for a tender crumb. Press cinnamon sugar gently into the batter for gooey pockets. Cool cake completely before frosting to prevent melting. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 1-2 days or refrigerate for longer storage. Cake can be frozen wrapped tightly.

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