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Cinnabon Cake – Copycat Recipe
Mar 07, 2026
Cinnabon Cake – Copycat Recipe
Indulge in this delicious Cinnabon Cake, a delightful copycat recipe that captures the warm, cinnamon-infused flavor of the beloved Cinnabon rolls. This cake is moist, fluffy, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, making it perfect for dessert or a sweet snack any time of the day! 🍰✨
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 12 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Add in the softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and chopped pecans.
- Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle half of the brown sugar mixture over the batter.
- Add the remaining batter on top, followed by the rest of the brown sugar mixture. Use a knife to swirl the mixture into the batter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Once cool, frost the cake with the cream cheese frosting.
- Slice and enjoy your delicious Cinnabon Cake!
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 350 calories |
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| Fat | 15g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 50g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 4g protein |
Handy Tips
- Make sure your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easy mixing.
- For a fun twist, add raisins or chocolate chips to the batter.
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Ingredient Swaps
- All-purpose flour: You can use whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Granulated sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar or honey.
- Pecans: Use walnuts or omit if you have nut allergies.
