This soft and buttery cinnamon roll coffee cake is packed with warm cinnamon sugar swirls and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or coffee time! ☕✨
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Filling
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
- ½ cup butter (softened)
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🥣 Step 1: Prepare the Batter
➡️ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
➡️ Grease a baking pan lightly.
➡️ In a bowl, mix:
- Flour
- Sugar
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
➡️ Add:
- Milk
- Eggs
- Melted butter
- Vanilla
➡️ Mix until smooth and creamy.
🍂 Step 2: Make Cinnamon Filling
➡️ In another bowl, combine:
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon
- Soft butter
➡️ Mix until thick and crumbly.
🌀 Step 3: Layer the Cake
➡️ Pour cake batter into the baking pan.
➡️ Drop spoonfuls of cinnamon filling all over the batter.
➡️ Use a knife to swirl gently for that beautiful cinnamon-roll look ✨
🔥 Step 4: Bake
➡️ Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown.
➡️ Insert a toothpick in the center — if it comes out clean, it’s ready! ✅
🍥 Step 5: Add Glaze
➡️ Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
➡️ Drizzle over warm cake generously 🤍
💡 Tips
✨ Serve warm for the best gooey texture
✨ Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch
✨ Enjoy with hot coffee or milk ☕🥛
❓Q/A
❓Can I make it ahead?
✅ Yes! Store covered for up to 2 days at room temperature.
❓Can I freeze it?
✅ Yes, freeze slices individually for easy serving later.
❓Can I add nuts?
✅ Absolutely! Pecans or walnuts taste amazing in this recipe.