Best Cinnamon Roll Cake (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Cake Base
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1¼ cups granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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½ cup vegetable oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cinnamon Swirl
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½ cup brown sugar
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
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1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ Glaze
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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3 tablespoons milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan thoroughly.
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In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well incorporated.
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In another bowl, whisk eggs, Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until a smooth batter forms.
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In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, softened butter, and ground cinnamon into a spreadable paste.
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Pour one-third of the batter into the prepared pan, spoon over cinnamon swirl mixture, and use a knife to create a gentle marbled effect. Repeat layering until all batter and cinnamon mixture are used.
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Bake in preheated oven for 30–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together until smooth and pourable.
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Once the cake is fully cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top before serving.
# Helpful Notes:
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Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better batter texture.
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Lightly dusting the cinnamon mixture with flour can help prevent sinking during baking.
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Let the cake cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.