Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake

Enjoy sweet nostalgia with a modern twist as we introduce our Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake. Inspired by the classic flavors of everyone’s favorite breakfast treat, this innovative dessert promises to ignite your taste buds and warm your soul with every ooey gooey bite.

With layers of moist, tender cake infused with the comforting warmth of cinnamon and brown sugar, reminiscent of freshly baked cinnamon rolls straight from the oven. But that’s just the beginning. What sets this dessert apart is its playful twist – each slice is generously soaked with a luscious cream cheese filling, creating a delightful interplay of textures and flavors that is nothing short of magical.

Whether you’re hosting a brunch gathering or simply craving a cozy indulgence on a lazy afternoon, this cake is sure to steal the spotlight and leave a lasting impression on all who taste it. With its simple yet stunning presentation and unparalleled deliciousness, our Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake is destined to become a favorite in your repertoire of go-to desserts.

Here are even more delicious cinnamon roll ideas:

• Ooey Gooey Pecan Cinnamon Rolls in a Jar
• Cinnamon Roll Cake
• Best Snickerdoodle Cookies

Easy Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake

• Leftover cake is best refrigerated and can be kept for up to five days.
• A white cake mix can be used instead of yellow.
• I use salted butter.

Print Recipe

Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake

Ooey gooey cinnamon roll flavors in a cake form that is filled with cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time30 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cinnamon roll poke cake, cinnamon rolls, ooey gooey, poke cake

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 box yellow cake mix prepared according to the box directions for a 9×13-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

• Poke holes all over the baked cake using the end of a wooden spoon or the thick end of a chopstick.
• In a medium microwave safe bowl, add the sweetened condensed milk, butter, and brown sugar. Heat in the microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir well, then continue microwaving in 30-second intervals until the butter is melted and the sugar has dissolved. Stir until smooth.
• Pour the hot filling over the whole cake. Set the cake aside for at least 15 minutes to allow the wet mixture to soak into the cake.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined.
• Add the vanilla and heavy cream and mix until blended.
• Add the powdered sugar and beat with the electric mixer until the frosting is light and fluffy.
• Scoop the frosting onto the cake and spread edge to edge. Dust with a little cinnamon if desired.
• Slice the cake and serve at room temperature.