Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Roll Cake
This Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Roll Cake is a quick, delicious treat with gooey cinnamon swirls and melty chocolate chips, perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack!
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins and Swirl
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup turkey bacon cooked and crumbled, optional
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk for icing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup milk, ½ cup melted unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or whisk just until combined — don’t overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon with ½ cup brown sugar to create the signature cinnamon roll flavor.
- Pour half of the batter into your prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter. Repeat with the remaining batter and cinnamon mixture. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter, creating beautiful cinnamon roll swirls.
- If you want that sweet and savory kick, sprinkle ¼ cup cooked and crumbled turkey bacon evenly over the top (optional).
Baking and Glazing
- Place the cake in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- While the cake cools slightly, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake.
- Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before cutting. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Electric mixer
- Cooling rack
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Swirling the cinnamon and brown sugar mixture is key to achieving the signature cinnamon roll flavor and look.
- The optional turkey bacon should be fully cooked and crumbled to avoid sogginess.
- You can freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 3 months; thaw and warm before serving.
- For dairy-free or gluten-free options, substitute ingredients as suggested in the recipe.
