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Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes

Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes

Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes blend the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls in a fun, portable cupcake form, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.25 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp table salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups canola oil
  • 0.75 cups sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups sour cream
  • 0.5 cups warm water (90-100°F)
  • 2.25 tsp instant yeast
Cinnamon Roll Filling
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar
  • 0.25 cups white sugar
  • 0.25 cups olive oil
Topping
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar
  • 1 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 2 tbsp milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cupcake pan
  • Cupcake liners
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, table salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  2. In another bowl, combine eggs, canola oil, sugar, vanilla extract, sour cream, and warm water. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring in instant yeast. Let the batter rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until it has doubled in size.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, fine sea salt, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  6. Mix in unsalted butter until the mixture resembles a crumbly texture, then spread this topping over the risen dough evenly.
  7. Roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut the log into equal pieces and gently place them in the cupcake liners.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. In a mixing bowl, combine sifted powdered sugar with milk until smooth and creamy.
  10. Once the cupcakes have cooled, generously frost each one with the prepared frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top for an extra flavorful garnish.

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