Rating: 3.68
(64)

Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake

September 11, 2024

Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake combines the best of both worlds, the irresistible flavors of a cinnamon roll with the soft, tender texture of a cake. This indulgent dessert is a perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth while enjoying the comforting warmth of cinnamon and sugar. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress with its deliciously gooey cinnamon swirl and delightful icing drizzle.

What makes Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake so special is the combination of familiar ingredients in a new form. The cake batter is light and fluffy, while the cinnamon swirl, made with a mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter, creates pockets of gooey goodness throughout the cake. When baked, the swirl bakes into the cake, creating an incredible, melt-in-your-mouth experience with each bite.

The Bundt cake shape adds a bit of elegance and drama to this dessert, making it perfect for both casual get-togethers and festive occasions. After baking, the cake is topped with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk, adding a sweet, creamy finish that elevates the cinnamon flavors even more. For extra flair, you can add chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, on top for a bit of crunch and a boost of flavor.

What’s also great about Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is its versatility. You can enjoy it as a breakfast treat alongside your morning coffee or as a dessert after dinner. The flavors of cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla are timeless, making this cake an instant classic that will never go out of style.

This cake is not only delicious but also surprisingly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a Bundt pan, you can create a show-stopping dessert that will have everyone asking for the recipe. Whether you’re a baking pro or just getting started, this Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake is a foolproof way to bring a little sweetness to your day.

Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake
Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake
3.68 from 64 votes
A delightful fusion of a cinnamon roll and a bundt cake, featuring a moist, fluffy cake infused with a cinnamon-sugar swirl, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Servings 12 people
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar for swirl
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon for swirl
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
  • 2 tbsp milk for glaze
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for glaze

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt cake pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract. Mix in the sour cream and milk until combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1 tbsp ground cinnamon for the swirl.
  • Pour half of the batter into the prepared bundt pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter and swirl it gently with a knife or spatula. Pour the remaining batter on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
  • Slice, serve, and enjoy your Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 421kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 242mgPotassium: 119mgFiber: 1gSugar: 41gVitamin A: 655IUCalcium: 86mgIron: 2mg
Calories: 421kcal
Meal Type: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bundt cake, cinnamon roll, dessert
Cooking Method: Baked
Diet: Nut-free
Time: >45 Min
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  1. User avatar pilar.roob says:

    3 stars
    Can someone tell me why it took longer than 50 minutes to bake? I followed the recipe exactly!

    1. User avatar Wispmother says:

      4 stars
      Baking can be tricky! Maybe your oven runs a little cooler? Just a thought.

  2. User avatar lamont.kreiger85 says:

    3 stars
    It tastes good but the glaze was too sweet. I might skip it next time. 🤷‍♂️

  3. User avatar daren.bernier46 says:

    3 stars
    It was okay but seemed a bit dry. Maybe I baked it too long? Not sure if I’d try it again.

  4. User avatar parker.jacobson61 says:

    4 stars
    Yum! The glaze on top is so good, but do I really need to let it cool before glazing? I didn’t and it was messy!

  5. 5 stars
    This cake is amazing! So fluffy and perfectly sweet. My family devoured it. 🥰

  6. User avatar clarinda.ullrich12 says:

    3 stars
    Good, but why does it need sour cream? I don’t wanna waste money on that. Something else works right?

  7. 5 stars
    Wow! This is like a giant cinnamon roll!! Tastes soooo good!!!

  8. 5 stars
    OMG this is life-changing! I can’t stop eating it. Definitely recommend to my friends.

  9. User avatar karin.zemlak29 says:

    1 star
    Disappointing. Too sweet for me. I thought it would be better. 😕

  10. User avatar hollis.friesen74 says:

    3 stars
    Followed the recipe but it didn’t rise like yours. What went wrong?

  11. User avatar etsuko.jacobi3 says:

    2 stars
    Not too good. It came out dry. Maybe I messed up, but I dont think I did.

  12. User avatar tracey.tromp1957 says:

    2 stars
    I dunno, it seems complicated. Can’t you just buy the rolls at the store? I don’t have time for this!

    1. 2 stars
      Why not just buy rolls? This is way too much work for cake! Who has the time to bake? Just saying!

    2. User avatar wesley.jacobson23 says:

      4 stars
      I get what you’re saying, but homemade tastes so much better! Just take it step by step. You’ll surprise yourself!

  13. User avatar juanita.bahringer68 says:

    4 stars
    I made this for my family and they loved it, but my boyfriend said it was ‘just okay’. Maybe he doesn’t appreciate good cake… lol!

    1. 5 stars
      Maybe he’s just not a cake person? Your family loved it, and that’s what matters! 🍰

  14. User avatar wellRespected says:

    2 stars
    Not a fan. It turned out too dry for my taste. Maybe too much flour?

  15. 4 stars
    Cinnamon + Sugar = I’m in love! Gonna make this for my husband’s birthday!

  16. User avatar Hotblack Desiato says:

    2 stars
    Honestly, this recipe seems complicated. I might just stick to regular cinnamon rolls. Too much work for me!

    1. User avatar demarcus.graham39 says:

      5 stars
      Complicated? Nah, it’s just a matter of following the steps. If you love cinnamon rolls, you’ll love this! Give it a shot, you might enjoy the baking process!

    2. 4 stars
      I get where you’re coming from! Cinnamon rolls are super comforting and sometimes keeping it simple is best. But this cake looks pretty yummy too! Maybe it’ll surprise you?

  17. User avatar salvatore.rogahn12 says:

    3 stars
    Ate it once, I guess it was fine. No big deal.

    1. User avatar smartestRedditor says:

      4 stars
      I think it’s more than just fine! The flavors are amazing, especially with the cinnamon. You should give it another try!

  18. User avatar tamesha.upton says:

    5 stars
    This cake is AMAZING! So fluffy and delicious. My family devoured it in one sitting!

  19. User avatar Gurney Halleck says:

    5 stars
    Y’all, this is the best! Never thought I could bake something so delicious. Thanks for sharing.

  20. 4 stars
    real good recipe! I love bundt cakes. and cinnamon rolls 🙂

  21. User avatar basementDweller says:

    5 stars
    Cake good, me happy. Me eat more!

  22. User avatar vicky.mraz says:

    3 stars
    Is this gluten free? I want to try it, but I need somethin without gluten, you know?

  23. User avatar jamison.gusikowski says:

    4 stars
    I couldn’t find ground cinnamon so I used nutmeg instead. Still turned out great somehow!

  24. User avatar kimberlee.keebler58 says:

    5 stars
    Really easy to follow, didn’t mess up! Check it out guys really!

  25. User avatar tobi.quigley says:

    5 stars
    This cake was a hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved the flavor and moistness. Will definitely make again!

  26. User avatar kendall.krajcik63 says:

    4 stars
    I was skeptical at first, but the flavors are really good together! Will make again.

  27. User avatar ArabianNights says:

    4 stars
    I forgot the cinnamon! 🤦‍♂️ Still turned out okay, but I bet it’s better with it.

  28. User avatar gayle.bergnaum1960 says:

    1 star
    Cinnamon rolls are supposed to be rolls. Not cake! Just saying. 🍩

  29. User avatar Humma Kavula says:

    2 stars
    I have no idea what I did wrong, but mine fell apart. The flavor was decent though.

  30. User avatar myles.franecki8 says:

    4 stars
    Yum! <3 The glaze is the best part by far.

    1. User avatar blake.nader13 says:

      5 stars
      Totally agree! The glaze really takes it to the next level. Can’t wait to make it again!

  31. 4 stars
    I thought it would be too sweet, but it was just right! The cinnamon swirl was the best part.

  32. User avatar Grunthos the Flatulent says:

    5 stars
    I added chocolate chips and it was divine. Highly suggest! 🍫

  33. User avatar Miles Auer IV says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is a game changer! The cake turned out fluffy and super delicious. My family devoured it in one sitting. Thanks for sharing!

    1. User avatar cathern.bogisich says:

      3 stars
      Awesome! But I think the amount of sugar is too much. I wouldn’t put that much. Just saying!

    2. User avatar keiko.cummings says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad to hear it turned out well! This cake is always a hit in my family too. Did you try any variations?

  34. User avatar vera.goodwin1979 says:

    4 stars
    I didn’t really understand the swirling part, my cake just looked like a mess but it still tasted pretty good.

  35. 5 stars
    This cake is amazing! So soft and fluffy, absolutely delicious!

  36. User avatar burl.boyle says:

    5 stars
    Yum! Simple and quick! i did mine in a regular pan because I don’t have a bundt pan. Still looked good!

  37. User avatar NAFO.SUPREMACY says:

    1 star
    Really? A bundt cake? Who has time for that! Just buy the package mix, it’s way easier and tastes fine!

  38. 3 stars
    Wish it was easier. I’m not great with baking, but I’ll try again!

  39. 2 stars
    cake too sweet!!! I prefer my cakes with less sugar. could use som fruit!

  40. 2 stars
    Cinnamon?? More like a sugar overload. Might be good for someone with a sweet tooth, but not my type!

  41. User avatar burl.bechtelar says:

    5 stars
    Just made it and my family loved it! So much flavor. 10/10!

  42. User avatar nancey.wehner2000 says:

    5 stars
    This cake is like a cinnamon roll and a cake had a baby! Love it!

  43. 1 star
    Baking powder or baking soda? Didn’t know there’s a difference!

    1. 5 stars
      Yeah, baking powder is used for leavening while baking soda is more basic. It’s good to know the difference though! Makes a huge difference in baking.

    2. User avatar nigel.goyette says:

      2 stars
      Is it really that big of a deal? Can’t I just use one instead of the other?

  44. 5 stars
    This cake turned out AMAZING! So fluffy and delicious. I can’t stop eating it.

  45. User avatar willena.kshlerin says:

    2 stars
    It was too sweet for my taste. I think less sugar would be better.

  46. User avatar Wayne Wintheiser says:

    5 stars
    Yum!!! Best cake ever! 😍 So soft and tasty, I could eat it all day! Thanks a lot!

  47. User avatar buffy.marks says:

    5 stars
    OMG! Just made this and it’s like a cinnamon hug in cake form! Will definitely make again!

  48. 3 stars
    It was too sweet for my taste. I think I will cut down on the sugar next time.

  49. 3 stars
    I followed the recipe but mine didn’t rise well. Is 3 cups of flour too much? It was quite dense, will try again with a little less.

    1. User avatar terminatorXYZ says:

      4 stars
      I had the same issue. Sometimes the flour vibes with the humidity in the air. Try 2.5 cups next time. It should rise better!

    2. User avatar hiram.kuhn1995 says:

      3 stars
      Idk, but 3 cups seems right to me. Maybe your oven temp is off? Mine rose good!

  50. User avatar brenton.spinka1958 says:

    5 stars
    Perfect for brunch! I added some chopped nuts in the swirls and it was divine! Highly recommend. 👍

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