Cinna-bun Cake in the Oven

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Cinnamon Bun Cake Recipe

This Cinnamon Bun Cake is a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon bun, featuring a soft and buttery cake base with a rich cinnamon sugar topping and a sweet glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup soft butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

For the Glaze:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter and set it aside.
  2. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Mix well. Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract, stirring until just combined. Finally, pour in the melted butter and mix until smooth.
  3. Pour Batter: Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
  4. Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Mix well until fully combined.
  5. Add the Topping: Drop the topping mixture by spoonfuls over the cake batter. Use a butter knife to swirl the topping into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on the cake towards the end of the baking time to ensure it doesn’t overbake.
  7. Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven. While the cake is still warm, drizzle the glaze over the top, spreading it evenly.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Let the cake cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy this warm, gooey, and delicious treat!

This Cinnamon Bun Cake is a perfect combination of soft cake, cinnamon-sugar swirls, and a sweet glaze, making it an irresistible dessert or a special breakfast treat.

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