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Easy Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake

If you love cinnamon rolls but don’t have the time to roll, proof, and bake, this Easy Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake is your dream come true. With buttery layers of cinnamon sugar, a tender crumb, and a smooth vanilla glaze, this cake tastes like your favorite bakery treat but takes a fraction of the time to make. Perfect for cozy mornings, brunches, or an afternoon coffee pairing, this cake delivers comfort and sweetness in every bite.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Topping

  • 1 cup melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar

For the Glaze

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 5 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the topping ingredients — melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour — until smooth.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon topping over the batter and use a knife to swirl it through the cake.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • While the cake cools slightly, whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth.
  • Drizzle glaze generously over the warm cake before serving.

Notes

  • For extra moisture, add a spoonful of sour cream to the batter.
  • Serve slightly warm for that fresh-from-the-oven taste.
  • Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top of the batter before baking for added crunch.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.