Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes With Swirl Frosting, a delightful fusion of classic cinnamon rolls and light, fluffy cupcakes. These treats are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re serving them at brunch, enjoying them as a sweet snack, or presenting them at dessert time. With rich flavors of cinnamon and sugar complemented by creamy swirl frosting, they offer both comfort and elegance. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings, these cupcakes are sure to impress family and friends alike. Elevate your baking game with this irresistible recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for filling)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (to reach desired frosting consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients with buttermilk until just combined.
- Prepare the filling by mixing brown sugar and additional cinnamon; spoon batter into liners with filling in the center.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean; let cool on a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter; add powdered sugar and vanilla; adjust consistency with milk if needed.
- Once cooled, frost the cupcakes elegantly using a piping bag.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (72g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg