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Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake Recipe

Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic cinnamon roll in the form of a moist and decadent Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake. This easy-to-make dessert features a vanilla cake soaked in sweetened condensed milk and topped with a cinnamon-infused glaze.


Ingredients

Scale

Cake:

  • 1 box vanilla or white cake mix (plus ingredients called for on box)

Cinnamon Swirl:

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Topping:

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Mix and bake the cake according to the package instructions in a 9×13-inch pan.
  2. Create Cinnamon Swirl: While warm, poke holes in the cake and sprinkle with a mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon.
  3. Add Topping: Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool.
  4. Make Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, swirl melted butter into the cinnamon mix before adding to the cake.
  • Enhance with whipped cream or a cream cheese drizzle for added indulgence.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg