Ultimate Easy Coffee Cake Recipe: The Best Cinnamon Roll Cake with Irresistible Glaze

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup melted butter

For the Cinnamon Topping:

• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Vanilla Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
2. Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Mix until smooth and well combined.
3. Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until crumbly.
4. Assemble: Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon topping over the batter and swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
5. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Make Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust milk for desired consistency.
7. Finish: Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake. Serve and enjoy!

This easy coffee cake recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat. The cinnamon roll cake combines a moist, fluffy base with a crunchy cinnamon topping and a sweet vanilla glaze. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make and even easier to love!