Cinnamon Roll Cake!

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Ricotta provides a similar texture with lower fat content.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

Soften 8 oz cream cheese until nice and soft.

Add 2 cups sugar and mix together well.

Add 1/4 cup brown sugar and mix.

Add 3 eggs (2 initially, then one more) and beat well.

Add 1/2 cup clear vanilla and mix in.

Add 1/2 cup regular milk (or buttermilk if available) and mix.

Add 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour and mix until combined.

Add 1/4 cup vegetable oil and mix until well incorporated.

In a separate bowl, combine 2 tbsp light brown sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tbsp milk for the swirl mixture.

Grease a loaf pan and pour half of the batter into the pan.

Sprinkle half of the brown sugar cinnamon mixture on top of the batter.

Use a toothpick or spoon to create swirls in the batter.

Pour the remaining batter on top and spread to cover the swirl.

Sprinkle the rest of the brown sugar cinnamon mixture on top.

Add additional brown sugar on top for crunch if desired.

Bake in the oven at 350°F for 1 to 1 15 minutes, checking after 1 hour.

Prepare the glaze by whisking together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and 1 tsp flavoring until smooth.

Drizzle the glaze over the baked cake after it has cooled slightly.

Let the glaze set for a few minutes before cutting into the cake.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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