Cinnamon Roll Gooey Butter Cake
Cinnamon rolls with the buttery softness of gooey butter cake. Topped with a sticky toffee buttercream flood, it’s the perfect treat for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply satisfying a sweet craving. Every bite is a delicious mix of warm cinnamon, caramel sweetness, and melt-in-your-mouth texture—a dessert you’ll want to make again and again!
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 oz
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and egg until well combined. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared dish to form the base.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and optional nutmeg. Mix well.
- Gradually beat in the powdered sugar and then stir in the melted butter until smooth.
- Pour this creamy filling over the cake base, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes. The edges should be golden, and the center should be set but still a bit gooey. Let it cool completely before adding the buttercream.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla to the melted mixture and let it simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool a little.
- Beat the powdered sugar into the toffee mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Pour this delicious buttercream over the cooled cake, spreading it gently over the top.
- Allow the buttercream to set for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
How to Serve Cinnamon Roll Gooey Butter Cake
Serve this cake warm or at room temperature. It’s wonderful on its own, but you can also add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top for an extra treat!
How to Store Cinnamon Roll Gooey Butter Cake
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also refrigerate it if you want to keep it fresh longer.
Tips to Make Cinnamon Roll Gooey Butter Cake
Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.
When pressing the cake mix into the dish, use clean hands or the back of a measuring cup to get it nice and even.
Feel free to sprinkle some chopped pecans on top of the buttercream for added flavor and crunch!
Variation
If you want to get creative, you can add chocolate chips to the filling or use different flavored cake mixes to change things up a bit!