Description

Cinna Bun Cake is a soft, buttery dessert that captures all the irresistible flavor of cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make cake form. With rich cinnamon swirls and a luscious caramel glaze, it’s the perfect comfort treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

3/4 cup milk

1/4 cup sour cream

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cinnamon Filling:

1 cup brown sugar, packed

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 tbsp ground cinnamon

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

For the Caramel Glaze:

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter

2 tbsp milk

Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine milk, sour cream, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter.
Mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Spread batter in the prepared pan.
Make the filling: combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Mix in softened butter until it forms a paste.
Drop filling by spoonfuls over the batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
For glaze: combine brown sugar, butter, milk, and salt in a saucepan. Simmer 2-3 minutes.
Drizzle warm glaze over hot cake. Let sit a few minutes before slicing.