Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- Make the Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter. Stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Create the Cinnamon Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cake batter. Use a knife to swirl the mixture through the batter.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, continuing to beat until creamy.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
Notes
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutritional Information: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 9
Enjoy this heavenly cinnamon roll cake with cream cheese frosting, a delightful twist on two beloved classics, sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and spice up your dessert repertoire!