Description
Indulge in the best of both worlds with these delightful Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes, featuring a moist, tender crumb and a rich cinnamon swirl. Topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting, they’re an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¾ cup (180ml) buttermilk, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- ¼ cup (50g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, softened
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp milk or cream (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Oven & Dry Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3. Mix Batter: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- 4. Make Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter. Mix with a fork until a thick paste forms.
- 5. Assemble Cupcakes: Fill each muffin liner two-thirds full with batter. Dollop about 1 teaspoon of cinnamon swirl mixture on top of each. Using a toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon into the batter 2-3 times.
- 6. Bake & Cool: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 7. Make Frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, beating until combined. Stir in vanilla extract. If needed, add milk or cream 1 tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
- 8. Frost & Serve: Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost generously with cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins