Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes
Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes are the perfect sweet treat that combines the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls with the convenience of cupcakes. Each bite reveals a soft, fluffy cupcake infused with warm cinnamon and sugar, swirled with a delectable filling, and topped with creamy, rich cream cheese frosting. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these cupcakes will make any occasion feel special.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix softened butter, milk, and eggs until smooth. Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing brown sugar with additional cinnamon.
- Fill each cupcake liner with two tablespoons of batter, sprinkle with the filling, then top with another tablespoon of batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg