Apple Cider Cinnamon Roll Cake Recipe
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider (reduced to 3/4 cup for best flavor)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for swirl)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons apple cider or milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray to ensure the cake releases easily after baking.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer 1 1/2 cups of apple cider until it reduces to about 3/4 cup. This takes about 10-15 minutes and intensifies the apple flavor. Let it cool slightly before using.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the reduced apple cider, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake tough. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- In a small bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until it forms a paste-like consistency. Drop spoonfuls of this mixture over the top of the cake batter.
- Using a butter knife or a skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter to create a marble effect. Place in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes.
- Whisk together the powdered sugar and apple cider (or milk) in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm cake before serving.