Description
This Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake is a delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls transformed into an easy-to-make, moist cake. With a yellow cake base swirled with cinnamon and brown sugar, then topped with a sweet powdered sugar glaze, it offers the flavors of cinnamon rolls without the hassle of rolling dough. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, this cake is quick to prepare and sure to please.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Prep: Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 3 large eggs, 1 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Layer Cinnamon Mixture: Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish. In a separate small bowl, mix the 1/4 cup dark brown sugar with 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Poke: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Using the handle of a wooden spoon or similar utensil, poke holes all over the surface of the cake to prepare it for the glaze.
- Add Glaze: In a small bowl, combine 1 cup powdered sugar with 1/4 cup melted butter until smooth. Pour or drizzle the glaze evenly over the cake, letting it seep into the poked holes for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is slightly cooled before poking holes to avoid breaking it apart.
- You can add a splash of milk to the glaze if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle chopped nuts or drizzle caramel sauce over the glaze.
- This recipe can be adapted by using cream cheese frosting instead of the powdered sugar glaze for a richer topping.
