Description
Golden Swirl Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes combine the warm, gooey goodness of cinnamon rolls with the fluffy texture of cupcakes. These delightful treats are swirled with rich cinnamon filling and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, making them perfect for brunches, celebrations, or a well-deserved indulgence. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or as part of meal prep, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and remaining sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time followed by milk and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter, add a dollop of filling, then top with more batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown; cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and cream cheese until smooth; drizzle over cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg