This Cinnamon Roll Cake combines the delightful swirls of a traditional cinnamon roll with the satisfying texture of a cake. Infused with warm cinnamon and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, this cake offers a twist on classic flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for those who love the spicy sweetness of cinnamon paired with the creamy tang of cheese.
Why You'll Love This: The cake's soft, fluffy texture, enriched with melted butter and fresh yeast, creates a perfect base for the cinnamon sugar filling, which is generously slathered between layers of dough. The cream cheese frosting adds a decadent and smooth finish, making every bite a rich experience. This cake is a delightful hybrid of cinnamon rolls and cake, providing the best of both worlds in every slice.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a festive treat during the holidays. It's also perfect for special occasions like birthdays or gatherings where you want a standout dessert that's both comforting and elegant.
Decoration Tips: Dust the top of the frosting with a light sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a touch of spice. For a festive touch, you can garnish with pecans or walnuts. If serving during the holidays, a few sprigs of holly or edible gold dust can add a celebratory feel.
Ingredients:
- Dough:
- 250ml warm milk
- 25g fresh yeast
- 35g sugar or erythritol
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 485g cake flour
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 medium egg
- 60g melted butter
- Filling:
- 80g melted butter
- 3 tbsp cinnamon
- 80g sugar or erythritol
- Frosting:
- 80g cream cheese
- 80g sugar or erythritol
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture:
- Mix the warm milk with crumbled fresh yeast, sugar (or erythritol), and vanilla. Let it sit for 10 minutes until it starts to bubble.
- Make the Dough:
- In a mixer, combine the cake flour, ground cinnamon, and salt. Add the melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture. Knead on low speed for 10 minutes, then increase to medium speed for another 5 minutes. Form the dough into a ball, grease the mixing bowl, and place the dough back in. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise for 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Combine the melted butter, cinnamon, and sugar (or erythritol) in a bowl.
- Shape the Cake:
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 3cm-thick rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
- Cut the dough into longitudinal strips. Roll the first strip on itself tightly. Continue adding strips around the initial roll, enlarging the cake.
- Place the roll in a greased 25cm diameter baking pan.
- Second Rise and Bake:
- Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise for another hour.
- Brush with milk and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- Beat the cream cheese with sugar (or erythritol) and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Once the cake is cool, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Enjoy this delectable Cinnamon Roll Cake that's sure to impress at any gathering!