Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake — All the Gooey, Swirled Goodness… Without the Yeast!

This Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Cake delivers everything you love—soft vanilla cake, sticky cinnamon swirls, and a river of sweet glaze—in under an hour, with no yeast, no kneading, and no fuss.

It’s the ultimate shortcut for brunch, potlucks, or a solo treat with coffee. One slice, and you’ll swear you’re biting into a fresh-from-the-bakery roll.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

🍂 All the flavor of cinnamon rolls—none of the work

⏱️ 10-minute prep, 40-minute bake—ready in under an hour

🥄 One-bowl cake, one-pan assembly—minimal cleanup

💰 Pantry-friendly ingredients—no fancy tools needed

❤️ Crowd-pleasing & nostalgic—perfect for holidays or weekends

“It’s not a cake. It’s a cinnamon roll hug in dessert form.”

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Vanilla Cake:

2½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour

1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

½ cup (1 stick / 113g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled

1 cup (240ml) milk (whole or plant-based)

2 large eggs

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl Filling: