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A close-up of a moist cinnamon roll poke cake with creamy frosting and a dusting of cinnamon on top, served on a white plate with a fork beside it.

Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake

You know that warm, cozy feeling you get when you bite into a gooey cinnamon roll? This Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake brings all that goodness into a simple, shareable dessert. Soft, fluffy cake soaked in a rich cinnamon-infused filling, then topped with a creamy frosting—it’s like a hug in dessert form.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Baking time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Servings
Calories 570 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls (medium & large)
  • Electric mixer
  • Wooden spoon or chopstick
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Spatula or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow cake mix prepared according to the box directions for a 9x13-inch cake
  • 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Frosting:

  • ½ cup 1 stick butter, softened
  • 8 ounces 1 package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven and prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a 9x13-inch pan and bake as directed. Once baked, let the cake cool slightly.
  • Using the handle of a wooden spoon or the thick end of a chopstick, poke holes all over the cake. Make sure the holes go deep enough to allow the filling to seep in.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, butter, cinnamon, vanilla extract and brown sugar. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir well. Continue heating in 30-second intervals until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely. Stir until smooth.
  • Slowly pour the warm cinnamon filling over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes. Allow the cake to sit for at least 15 minutes to absorb the mixture.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and heavy whipping cream, mixing until fully combined. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  • Scoop the frosting onto the cake and spread it evenly from edge to edge. For extra flavor, lightly dust the top with a little ground cinnamon.
  • Slice the cake into squares and serve at room temperature. Enjoy with a hot cup of coffee or a scoop of ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 84gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 515mgPotassium: 178mgFiber: 1gSugar: 66gVitamin A: 762IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 212mgIron: 1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

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