CINNAMON ROLL CAKE

Cinnamon Roll Cake is pure bliss in a pan—pillowy cake ribbons swirled with molten, buttery brown sugar and cinnamon, then smothered in a luxuriously tangy cream cheese frosting. One bite and you’ll swear it’s the best cake in the universe!

 

 

CINNAMON ROLL CAKE

Do you love cinnamon rolls? If your answer is yes, you need to make this! It literally comes together in minutes, and you don’t have to wait for it to cool before you put on the frosting!

I made this and it was gone in minutes! 

This recipe is so much easier than my traditional Cinnamon Rolls Recipe and you get the same great taste. It’s a no brainer!

This cake is exactly what happens when a classic yellow box mix gets an upgrade fit for royalty. We’re talking about a tender, moist cake infused with ribbons of brown sugar–cinnamon goodness and crowned with a dreamy cream cheese frosting that’s equal parts tangy and sweet.

Think of it as a cinnamon roll and a vanilla sheet cake having a love affair—and you’re the guest of honor. Whether it’s a birthday bash, a cozy Sunday brunch, or an everyday treat when dessert cravings strike, this Cinnamon Swirl Sour Cream Cake is ready to sweep you off your feet—no rolling pin required

 

Cinnamon Roll Cake

Ingredients:

FROSTING

• 8-ounce package whipped cream cheese 
• 1/4 cup butter (softened)
• 2 to 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

 

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Coat a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper for easy slicing.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Start mixing on low for 30 seconds to incorporate, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. You’ll end up with a silky, thick batter that’s begging for cinnamon swirl.
3. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Use a flexible spatula to smooth the top so it’s level—no rogue peaks allowed.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon until it looks like edible sand. Sprinkle this cinnamon sugar evenly over the cake batter, then take a butter knife and gently swirl it into the batter in a figure-eight motion. Don’t over-swirl: you want visible ribbons of cinnamon sugar for maximum eye candy.
5. Bake on the center rack for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are okay—but no wet batter!). Your kitchen will smell like the coziest bakery in town.
6. Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for 15–20 minutes. While it cools, let’s whip up that frosting.
7. In the stand mixer bowl (no need to clean it), beat the softened cream cheese and butter on medium speed until smooth and well combined, about 1 minute.
8. With the mixer on low, gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar, then the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Increase to medium-high speed and beat for 2–3 minutes, until the frosting is light, fluffy, and spreadable. If you prefer a sweeter, thicker frosting, add the remaining ½ cup powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time.
9. Once the cake is just barely warm—or completely cooled—spread the frosting evenly over the top. Use a small offset spatula to create dreamy peaks and swirls.
10. Slice into 12 generous squares, serve, and watch the swooning begin.

CINNAMON ROLL CAKE

📊 Calorie Count & Nutritional Facts

(Per slice – recipe makes 12 slices)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	410 kcal
Total Fat	23 g
• Saturated Fat	10 g
Carbohydrates	49 g
• Dietary Fiber	1 g
• Sugars	32 g
Protein	4 g
Sodium	300 mg

Nutrition facts are estimates based on typical brands and may vary.

 

 

 

 

• To make the frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter until combined.
• Add powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon condensed milk. Beat together until well-combined.
• Mix in additional condensed milk and vanilla to desired consistency.
• Spread frosting over room temperature cake.
• Enjoy at room temperature, or chill and enjoy cold.
• Cover and chill any leftovers.

 

 

CINNAMON ROLL CAKE

🔥 Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Measure Your Mix-Ins: Use a tablespoon to layer in that brown sugar–cinnamon swirl so it’s evenly distributed from edge to edge.
• Don’t Overbeat Batter: Mix just until ingredients are incorporated. Overbeating traps air and can make the cake collapse.
• Perfect Pan Prep: Line the pan with foil or parchment and spray it—lifting the cake out for slicing is a breeze.
• Frost When Cool: A warm cake makes frosting melt into a sad puddle. Give it at least 20 minutes of cooling time.
• Whipped Cream Cheese Hack: Let both the cream cheese and butter come to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
• Frosting Consistency: If your frosting seems too loose, add more powdered sugar; if it’s too thick, mix in a teaspoon of milk at a time until desired softness.
• Flavor Boost: Zest half a lemon or a whole orange into the frosting for a citrusy zing that pairs beautifully with cinnamon.

CINNAMON ROLL CAKE

🌈 Recipe Variations

1. Apple Pie Swirl Cake
   Stir 1 cup peeled, finely chopped apples into the batter before baking. Increase the brown sugar swirl to 1½ cups and bake until the fruit is tender.
2. Pumpkin Spice Delight
   Replace the sour cream with ¾ cup pumpkin puree and add 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice to the batter. Swirl in a blend of brown sugar and pumpkin spice. Top the frosting with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
3. Chunky Pecan Crunch
   Fold ½ cup chopped pecans into the cake batter. After swirling in cinnamon sugar, sprinkle additional pecans on top of the cake before baking.
4. Chocolate Cinnamon Dream
   Swap the vanilla cake mix for chocolate. Use a cinnamon–brown sugar swirl as directed and top with a chocolate cream cheese frosting—add 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder to the frosting.
5. Berry Bliss Swirl
   Fold 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries into the batter. Swirl in cinnamon sugar, then top with a tart cream cheese frosting stirred with ¼ cup raspberry jam.
6. Caramel Apple Cheesecake
   After swirling cinnamon sugar, drizzle ½ cup caramel sauce over the top before baking. Frost with cream cheese frosting and finish with more caramel drizzle.

CINNAMON ROLL CAKE

💭 Final Thoughts

This Cinnamon Swirl Sour Cream Cake checks all the boxes: it’s easy enough for a last-minute bake, but impressive enough for special occasions. The tender crumb from the sour cream means you’ll never second-guess box mixes again, and the cinnamon swirl brings cozy nostalgia to every bite. Crown it with fluffy cream cheese frosting, and you’ve got a dessert that’s as delightful to look at as it is to devour.
Whether you keep it classic or experiment with apples, pumpkin, or chocolate, this recipe is built on a foolproof base that dresses up well. It’s the kind of cake that makes a weeknight feel fancy and a weekend gathering unforgettable. Plus, leftovers taste even better—flavors meld as it rests, making that second-day slice pure magic.

 

CINNAMON ROLL CAKE

🎉 So preheat your oven, dust off your mixer, and grab that yellow cake mix. With minimal effort and maximum charm, you’ll have a cake that tastes like a hug and looks like a showstopper. Bake boldly, swirl fearlessly, and frost lavishly. Then slice, smile, and watch your friends declare you the hero of dessert time. Go on—treat yourself to a little cake therapy. You’ve earned it! Tag us on Instagram or leave us a comment below! We love hearing from you! 

 

 

 

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