Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake
This Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake combines the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls with a moist poke cake filled with sweet goodness, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, usually eggs, oil, and water)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar rich and aromatic
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon warm and spicy
For the Filling
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk creamy and sweet
- 1/4 cup melted butter luscious and golden
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract fragrant and comforting
- 1 teaspoon additional cinnamon to enhance flavor
For the Topping
- 4 oz cream cheese softened to a velvety texture
- 1 cup powdered sugar light and airy
- 2 tablespoons milk to achieve the perfect consistency
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for a double hit of flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it.
- In a large mixing bowl, prepare the vanilla cake batter according to the package instructions.
- Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon into the cake batter.
- Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, mix the sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and additional cinnamon in a bowl.
- Allow the cake to cool for 5 minutes after baking. Poke holes all over the surface with the handle of a wooden spoon.
- Carefully pour the filling mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Let it soak for 20 minutes.
Topping and Serving
- In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the cream cheese mixture over the cooled cake and spread it evenly.
- Slice the cake and serve.
Notes
Make sure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a dense cake. Add nuts on top for a delightful crunch if desired.