Making Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake

Who doesn't love a fresh, homemade coffee cake with a rich, cinnamon filling and a sweet glaze on top? If you're looking for a recipe that's easy to make and sure to impress, you're in the right place! Let's get started

For the Coffee Cake, you'll need:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 cup milk - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened - 2 large eggs - 2 teaspoons baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Cinnamon Filling, you'll need:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted - 1 cup packed brown sugar - 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon And for the Glaze:

- 1 cup powdered sugar - 2 tablespoons milk - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract When you have all the ingredients ready, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish before you start baking.

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, softened butter, eggs, baking powder, salt, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and set aside. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon filling. Now, pour half of the coffee cake batter into the prepared baking dish. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon filling and use a knife or a toothpick to swirl the cinnamon filling into the batter, creating a marbled effect. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. While the coffee cake is being baked, you can make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until it becomes smooth.

Once the coffee cake is done baking, let it cool for about 10 minutes before drizzling the glaze over the top. Slice the coffee cake into squares and serve. You can enjoy it with a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage! This recipe is perfect for breakfast or dessert and it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So, go ahead and give it a try!

Optional:

- Sprinkle chopped nuts or raisins over the cinnamon filling for added texture. - Dust the finished coffee cake with a bit of powdered sugar for a decorative touch. - Feel free to adapt the recipe to your preferences and have fun with the process!