Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake

Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake 🍥

Moist cinnamon-spiced cake soaked in sweet glaze, topped with cream cheese frosting—just like a giant cinnamon roll!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)

• Ingredients listed on box (typically water, oil, eggs)

• 2 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

• ¼ cup butter, melted

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Sweet Glaze (Poked Into Cake):

• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk

• ¼ cup heavy cream (or whole milk)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup butter, softened

• 3 cups powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)

Optional Topping:

• Extra cinnamon sugar

• Chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Bake the Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan.

2. Prepare cake mix as directed, but add 2 tsp cinnamon to the batter. Pour into pan.

3. In a bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and 1 tbsp cinnamon. Drop spoonfuls onto batter, then swirl with a knife.

4. Bake 25–30 mins until a toothpick comes out clean.

2. Poke & Soak

1. While warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.

2. Whisk sweetened condensed milk + heavy cream, then pour evenly over the cake, letting it soak in.

3. Frost & Serve

1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until fluffy.

2. Spread frosting over cooled cake. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar or pecans.

3. Slice and enjoy!

Tips

🍰 Extra gooey? Double the glaze!
⏳ Make ahead: Frost just before serving to keep cake moist.
🔥 Warm it up: Serve slightly heated for a melty, cinnamon roll experience.

Pure comfort in every bite! 😍☕