Preheat & Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
- Add milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Mix until smooth and combined (don’t overmix!).
Make the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until it forms a thick paste.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cake batter.
- Use a knife or skewer to swirl it into the batter for that classic cinnamon roll effect!
Bake Until Golden Brown
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before adding the glaze.
Make the Vanilla Glaze & Drizzle!
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake for the ultimate gooey cinnamon roll experience!
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a hot cup of coffee or tea
Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence!
Top with chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch!
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Reheat: Warm slices in the microwave for 15–20 seconds for that fresh-from-the-oven taste!
- Freeze: Wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Tastes Like a Giant Cinnamon Roll!
Soft, Gooey, and Buttery!
Easy to Make – No Yeast or Dough Rising Required!
Perfect for Breakfast, Brunch, or Dessert!
This Big Mama’s Cinnamon Roll Cake is a warm, buttery, cinnamon-swirled dream! Make it once, and it’ll become a family favorite for years to come!
Tried this recipe? Let me know how it turned out in the comments!