Cinnamon Honeybun Cake

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking pan. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the yellow cake mix, buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, and baking soda until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Pour batter into the prepared pan. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins In a separate bowl, thoroughly combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Evenly distribute spoonfuls of this mixture over the cake batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar into the batter, creating beautiful ribbons of flavor. Avoid overmixing to maintain distinct swirls. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 35 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. (35 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the cake is still warm, use a table knife or skewer to poke holes all over the surface. This allows the glaze to seep into the cake, enhancing its moistness and flavor. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy. The glaze should be pourable but not too thin. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake, ensuring it seeps into all the holes. Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving. (30 minutes)