Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Swirl Cake. A delightful cross between a coffee cake and a cinnamon roll, this cake features a moist, tender crumb with a rich cinnamon sugar swirl throughout. Topped with a sweet glaze, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying dessert. The best part? It’s easy to whip up with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry.
Ingredients
Batter:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Topping:
- 1 cup butter, very softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 5 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9″x13″ baking pan.
- Mix Batter: In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, milk, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Gradually stir in the melted butter until smooth.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until well mixed.
- Assemble Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of the topping mixture onto the batter and swirl with a knife.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Make Glaze: While the cake is baking, mix together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Finish Cake: Once the cake is out of the oven, drizzle the glaze over the warm cake. Let it sit for 15 minutes before cutting and serving.
Conclusion and Tips
This Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Swirl Cake is perfect for any occasion. For an added twist, try incorporating nuts or a cream cheese drizzle. This cake pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain its moist texture.
Have you tried this recipe? Share your tips and favorite variations in the comments below. What’s your go-to comfort dessert?