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Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes

Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes: Sweet Swirls of Comfort Bliss

Delicious Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes that combine the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls with the charm of cupcakes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitution: cake flour for a more tender texture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon use freshly ground for better potency.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt necessary in sweet recipes.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (softened) substitution: can use margarine, but may alter taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Large Eggs
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract use pure extract for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream substitution: plain yogurt or buttermilk.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk alternative: non-dairy milk like almond or oat milk.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar adds moisture and a deeper flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar contributes sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Milk (for frosting) variation: use cream for a richer glaze.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Hand mixer
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
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  3. Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
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  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then add vanilla extract.
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  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and sour cream until just combined.
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  6. Gradually mix in whole milk until the batter is smooth.
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  7. Mix brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the cinnamon swirl, then drizzle melted butter in.
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  8. Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, then add a dollop of cinnamon-sugar mixture and swirl it in.
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  9. Fill each liner with more batter to about two-thirds full.
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  10. Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean, cool for 5 minutes.
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  11. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze, adjusting consistency as needed.
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  12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cupcakes to cool completely before glazing for optimal texture and appearance.

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