Description
A soft and fluffy cinnamon roll poke cake infused with a buttery cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. This easy dessert combines the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls with the simplicity of a baked cake.
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the cake batter according to package instructions using eggs, milk, and oil or butter as directed. Pour batter into prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until combined.
- While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
- Spoon the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the cake, spreading gently to fill the holes.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Slice and serve. Store leftovers refrigerated.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is warm when poking holes for better absorption.
- For extra cinnamon flavor, sprinkle additional cinnamon on top before serving.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
