Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes, where the warmth of gooey cinnamon rolls meets the fun and portability of cupcakes. These fluffy, cinnamon-swirled treats are topped with a creamy glaze, making them perfect for brunches, celebrations, or simply a cozy afternoon snack. With their irresistible flavor and beautiful marbled appearance, these cupcakes will surely impress family and friends alike. Easy to make and packed with flavor, they’re a unique twist on a classic favorite that you won’t want to miss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for the swirl)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for the swirl)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for the swirl)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for the glaze)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for the glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for the glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with sour cream until just combined. Then add whole milk until smooth.
- Create the cinnamon swirl by mixing brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter into a paste.
- Fill each cupcake liner with batter followed by a spoonful of the cinnamon mixture; use a toothpick to swirl.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg