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Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake

Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Soft, rich, and cinnamon-sugar swirled, this easy cinnamon roll coffee cake tastes like a cozy morning in a single bite. Buttery, fluffy, and warmly spiced—no yeast or kneading required. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or anytime snacking with coffee!
12 squares

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (313 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp (10 g) baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp (3 g) salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk room temperature

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp (16 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tbsp (12 g) ground cinnamon

Glaze

  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp (15-30 ml) milk as needed for desired consistency

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Pan
  • Mixer (stand or hand)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper for easy release.
  2. With a mixer, cream softened butter and granulated sugar together until fluffy and slightly pale, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk (begin and end with dry). Mix just until smooth; don’t over-mix.
  6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan (it will be thick).
  7. For the cinnamon swirl, stir together melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a bowl until smooth and thick.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture all over the cake batter. Use a butter knife or skewer to gently swirl the mixture throughout the cake—don’t over-mix; aim for a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).
  10. Let the cake cool for about 15 minutes. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with enough milk to make a thick but pourable icing. Drizzle over the still-warm cake. Let set slightly, then slice and serve.

Notes

Storage: Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate up to 5 days. For freezing, wrap cooled slices tightly and freeze up to 3 months. 
Variations: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the swirl, stir in raisins, or swap in oat/almond milk for dairy-free. Try a cream cheese glaze for richer flavor. Fold in diced apples or pears for autumnal vibes.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 170mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 510IU | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.5mg