Cinna-bun Cake
A delightful creation combining the flavors of cinnamon rolls with the simplicity of a cake, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until thoroughly combined.
- In another bowl, mix together buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined—don't overmix!
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture, then pour the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
- Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter.
Baking
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Icing
- Allow the cake to cool before mixing the icing by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
Serving
- Slice, serve, and enjoy your delightful Cinna-bun Cake!
Notes
For the best flavor, ensure your eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature and use fresh ground cinnamon.