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Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake

Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake: A Sweet Twist on Tradition

This Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake is an easy and delightful dessert, perfect for satisfying cinnamon cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Feel free to experiment with different flavors.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Evaporated milk mixed with sugar makes a good lighter alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Opt for unsalted butter to control saltiness.
For the Cinnamon Filling
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Soften in the microwave with butter if hard.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Adjust to spice preference.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances sweetness of the filling.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Light cream can also work.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Try mascarpone for a flavor twist.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Choose high-quality extract.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor richness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the white cake mix according to package instructions and pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 25-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  2. Combine melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and kosher salt in a medium bowl. Mix until well incorporated and syrup-like.
  3. Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes in the cooled cake, about 80% deep, with 1-inch intervals.
  4. Pour the cinnamon filling over the poked cake, spreading it evenly into the holes.
  5. Beat together cream cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and kosher salt until smooth and fluffy.
  6. Spread the frosting generously over the cooled cake.
  7. Let the frosted cake sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving. Refrigerate for a cooler option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake can be made a day ahead to deepen flavors. Serve warm for an indulgent treat.

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