Cinnamon Roll Sheet Cake Recipe
This cinnamon roll sheet cake is a soft and gooey dessert packed with cinnamon flavor and topped with creamy icing. Perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk room temperature
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ⅔ cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the cinnamon swirl:
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar light or dark works
- 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the cream cheese glaze:
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk add more if needed for consistency
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray. This will keep the cake from sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
Step 2: Mix the Cake Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—your batter should be smooth but not overly worked.
Step 3: Make the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. It should resemble a thick paste.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
- Pour the cake batter into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Dollop the cinnamon mixture over the batter in small spoonfuls, then use a knife to gently swirl it into the batter. Don’t overdo it—just a few swirls will create that marbled effect.
Step 5: Bake the Cake
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Your kitchen will smell absolutely heavenly as it bakes!
Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
- While the cake cools slightly, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, then mix until the glaze is creamy and pourable. You can add a little more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Step 7: Glaze and Serve
- Once the cake is slightly cooled but still warm, pour the cream cheese glaze over the top. Use a spatula to spread it evenly, letting it drip down the sides for that classic cinnamon roll look.
- Slice into squares, serve, and enjoy!