Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Pop-Tart® Cake Recipe

Name: Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Pop-Tart® Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cooking spray; 6 cinnamon-brown sugar toaster pastries (such as Pop-Tarts(R)); 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 3/4 cup brown sugar, divided; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided; 1 teaspoon milk; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1 egg, separated; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar; 1 cup cream cheese frosting, or to taste

Servings: persons

cooking spray
6 cinnamon-brown sugar toaster pastries (such as Pop-Tarts(R))
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup brown sugar, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1 teaspoon milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg, separated
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 cup cream cheese frosting, or to taste

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch square pan.
2
Crumble 4 toaster pastries into a bowl and mix in melted butter; press into the prepared pan creating a crust.
3
Combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon milk in a bowl; spread over crust.
4
Beat 1/2 cup brown sugar, softened butter, and white sugar together in a bowl; add egg yolk and vanilla extract and mix well. Combine 1 cup flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Whisk 3/4 cup milk and vinegar together in a separate bowl.
5
Mix flour mixture, alternating with milk-vinegar mixture, into butter mixture until batter is well mixed. Fold egg whites into batter. Crumble 1 toaster pastry over batter and fold. Pour batter over the crust.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool cake completely, at least 1 hour.
7
Spread frosting onto cake and crumble 1 toaster pastry over frosting.

1575

kcal

Calories

Fat

252

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: cooking spray, 6 cinnamon-brown sugar toaster pastries (such as Pop-Tarts(R)), 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 3/4 cup brown sugar, divided, and more.

Yes, Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Pop-Tart® Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Pop-Tart® Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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