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A slice of yellow cake topped with white frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon sits on a plate next to a fork.

Cinnamon Bliss Poke Cake

Mandy Applegate
If you love the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls but don’t have the time to roll out dough, then this Cinnamon Bliss Poke Cake is just what you need. This cake is soft, sweet, and full of cinnamon goodness. It's the perfect dessert to satisfy your cinnamon cravings without all the fuss and trust me, it’ll disappear from the table in no time!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Bake Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Servings
Calories 328 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Wooden spoon or chopstick (for poking holes)
  • Mixing bowl

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
 

  • Start by following the instructions on the box to prepare the yellow cake mix. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and bake it according to the directions on the box, usually around 30 minutes. Once the cake is done, let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  • After the cake has cooled slightly, grab a wooden spoon handle (or a chopstick) and gently poke holes all over the cake. You want to make sure the holes go deep enough, but not all the way through, they’ll let the delicious cinnamon syrup soak in.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the butter is melted and the sugar dissolves. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  • Once your cinnamon mixture is ready, pour it evenly over the cake. The filling will soak into the holes, infusing every bite with cinnamon goodness. Let the cake sit for 15 minutes to allow the filling to fully absorb.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed. Once smooth, add the vanilla extract and heavy cream and mix until combined. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
  • Once the cake has absorbed the cinnamon filling, scoop the cream cheese frosting on top and spread it evenly over the cake. If you want an extra touch, dust the top with a little cinnamon for some added flair.
  • Slice the cake into squares and serve it at room temperature. Enjoy the sweet cinnamon flavor and creamy frosting in every bite!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 328kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 354mgPotassium: 34mgFiber: 1gSugar: 48gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer

Please note that nutrient values, if included with the recipe, are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability/substitution and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.

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