Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake
The Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake has a tender crumb, rich buttery flavor, and a magical ribbon of cinnamon sugar throughout. It’s the perfect cake to serve at brunch, take to a gathering, or enjoy with a cup of coffee.
We first made this cake for a weekend brunch and ended up falling completely in love with its moist texture and sweet, spiced swirl. It’s one of those reliable bakes that feels fancy but comes together with everyday ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Plus, that glossy vanilla frosting on top? Totally swoon-worthy.
If you’re into bundt cakes, you’ll also love our Lemon Bundt Cake, Red Velvet Bundt Cake, or Sweet Potato Bundt Cake. These are great options to rotate through the seasons, each with its own unique twist.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- That cinnamon swirl is everything: Sweet, spiced, and just gooey enough to be magical.
- Soft and moist crumb: Thanks to sour cream and milk, the texture is melt-in-your-mouth tender.
- Easy but impressive: Looks like a showstopper, tastes like a dream, and no fancy skills needed.
- Perfect for any occasion: Whether it’s a holiday, a brunch, or just a Tuesday, it fits right in.
Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
This cake is made with pantry staples like flour, sugar, eggs, and butter, plus a few extras like sour cream and milk that give it incredible richness. The cinnamon swirl is a simple mix of brown sugar and cinnamon, and the frosting is a quick three-ingredient vanilla glaze that pulls everything together.
Variations
- Add nuts: Chopped pecans or walnuts add a nice crunch to the cinnamon swirl.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream: For a slight tang and protein boost.
- Try maple frosting: Swap the vanilla for maple extract in the glaze.
- Add apples: Fold in finely chopped apples for a cinnamon-apple vibe.
Instructions
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
- Add the butter and use an electric mixer to beat the butter into the dry ingredients until you get a mixture that resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk the eggs. Add in the vanilla, milk and sour cream and whisk. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Start by layering the batter with the plain one on the very bottom of the bundt pan. Spoon about half of the cinnamon layer over that, followed by the plain batter. Repeat until the batters are all in the pan, beginning and ending with the plain batter. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a knife comes out cleanly.
- Once the cake is cooled, whisk the frosting by combining the powdered sugar, vanilla, and start by adding two tablespoons of heavy cream, adding more as needed until you reach a consistency of thick frosting.
- Spoon the frosting on top of the cake. Slice and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Let the cake cool fully before frosting to prevent melting.
- Don’t skip greasing the pan thoroughly! Bundt cakes love to stick!
- Spoon batter carefully for even layering and a defined swirl.
- Use a serrated knife for cleaner slices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Yes! Wrap it tightly and freeze without the frosting. Thaw and frost before serving.
You can try two 9-inch round pans, but reduce baking time and check for doneness early.
Keep slices in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
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📖Recipe
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Cinnamon Roll Bundt Cake
Ingredients
- 3 ¼ cups flour
- 1 ⅓ cups sugar
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter softened
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- ⅔ cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
Cinnamon swirl:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon
Frosting:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 12 cup capacity bundt pan with cooking spray containing flour. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
- Add the butter and use an electric mixer to beat the butter into the dry ingredients until you get a mixture that resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk the eggs. Add in the vanilla, milk and sour cream and whisk. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Once the batter is well mixed, remove about 2 ½ cups of the batter and set it aside.
- In the original bowl, add in the brown sugar and cinnamon and mix until well combined.
- Start by layering the batter with the plain one on the very bottom of the bundt pan. Spoon about half of the cinnamon layer over that, followed by the plain batter. Repeat until the batters are all in the pan, beginning and ending with the plain batter.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a knife comes out cleanly.
- Allow the cake to rest in the pan for about 10 minutes after baking before turning the cake out onto a cooling rack to come to room temperature.
- Once the cake is cooled, whisk the frosting by combining the powdered sugar, vanilla and start by adding 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, adding extra until reaching a consistency of thick frosting. Spoon the frosting on top of the cake. Slice and enjoy!
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
I love this recipe so much! It’s the perfect mashup of two delicious flavors!
This is as pretty as it is delicious! We loved that cinnamon swirl in the cake.