Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes
Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes are a delicious blend of fluffy cupcakes and classic cinnamon rolls, offering a sweet and spiced treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Each bite features a gooey center topped with velvety cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible choice for brunch or dessert. Easy to prepare and customizable, these delightful cupcakes evoke nostalgia while filling your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Cream softened butter until smooth; gradually add in sugar and beat until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture with milk into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese mixed with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg