Irresistible Cinnamon Roll Cake with Box Cake Recipe

Imagine waking up to the sweet, warm aroma of cinnamon wafting through your home. The soft, fluffy texture of a cinnamon roll cake with box cake awaits you, promising a delightful start to your day. Each slice is like a hug in food form, oozing with gooey cinnamon goodness and topped with a dreamy glaze that dances on your taste buds.

Now picture this: it’s Sunday morning, and you’re standing in the kitchen, wearing mismatched pajamas and a coffee-stained shirt. You recall the first time you made this cake; it was an epic brunch with friends who couldn’t stop raving about it. The laughter and joy filled the room as they indulged in each slice, leaving everyone begging for seconds. This cake is perfect for those cozy mornings when you want to impress without breaking a sweat.

I remember when I served this cake at a family gathering; the oohs and aahs were music to my ears as everyone devoured every last crumb.

Essential Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious dish:

• Boxed Vanilla Cake Mix: Opt for your favorite brand; they all work well in creating that soft texture.

• Cinnamon: Use freshly ground cinnamon for maximum flavor impact; trust me, it makes all the difference.

• Sugar: Granulated sugar helps create that lovely sweet swirl in the cake; brown sugar can add extra depth.

• Eggs: Large eggs are best for binding the ingredients together and adding moisture.

• Milk: Whole milk enhances richness; feel free to substitute with almond or oat milk if needed.

• Butter: Melted butter gives the cake its moistness; don’t skip this step!

• Powdered Sugar: Essential for that luscious glaze on top; it’s the finishing touch everyone loves.

• Vanilla Extract: A splash adds warmth and depth to both the cake and glaze.

The full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.

Let’s Make it Together

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you gather your ingredients. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously so that nothing sticks during baking.

Mixing the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the boxed vanilla cake mix, eggs, milk, and melted butter. Mix until just combined—don’t overdo it! A few lumps are okay because we’ll be swirling in some magic soon.

Creating Cinnamon Swirl Mixture: In another bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon until well blended. This will create those heavenly swirls of sweetness throughout your cake.

Layering the Batter and Swirl Mixture: Pour half of your batter into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over this layer. Top with the remaining batter and finish off by sprinkling more of that glorious cinnamon-sugar on top.

Baking Your Cake: Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean—your kitchen will smell divine!

Preparing the Glaze: While your masterpiece cools down slightly, whisk together powdered sugar and vanilla extract with just enough milk to create a smooth but drizzly consistency.

Glazing Your Cake**: Once cooled slightly (if you can wait), drizzle that luscious glaze all over the top of your warm cinnamon roll cake. Let it set slightly before cutting into squares—you’ll want those ooey-gooey swirls visible!