Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake
A delightful fusion of cinnamon roll flavors in a moist poke cake, perfect for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 box vanilla cake mix the heart of our tender cake
- 1/2 cup brown sugar adds a rich, caramel-like sweetness
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon aromatic and spicy
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk creamy sweetness
- 1/4 cup melted butter adds richness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract sweet and fragrant
For the frosting
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon for flavor in frosting
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened for a creamy texture
- 1 cup powdered sugar for sweetness
- 2 tablespoons milk to achieve the perfect consistency
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for that extra flavor boost
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously.
- Prepare the vanilla cake batter according to package instructions.
- Stir in the brown sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake as directed.
Filling
- While the cake bakes, combine the sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in a bowl.
- Stir until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
Assembling the Cake
- Once baked, let the cake cool for about five minutes.
- Poke holes all over the surface of the cake using a fork or skewer.
- Pour the filling mixture over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
- Let the cake sit for at least 20 minutes to soak.
Frosting
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Drizzle the frosting over the cooled cake.
Notes
Ensure to grease your baking dish well and let the cake cool completely before poking holes. You can use sugar-free cake mix or coconut cream for variations.