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Cinnamon Roll Cupcake Recipe

Cinnamon Roll Cupcake Recipe
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If you’re craving a delightful dessert that marries the cozy flavors of cinnamon rolls with the fun of cupcakes, this Cinnamon Roll Cupcake Recipe is the perfect treat! These adorable cupcakes are incredibly moist and filled with a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl, all topped off with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Ideal for any occasion—be it busy weeknights or festive family gatherings—these cupcakes will quickly become a favorite in your home. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you can whip them up in under an hour, filling your kitchen with an inviting aroma that feels like a warm hug. Get ready to impress your guests or indulge yourself with these scrumptious delights!

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (room temp)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temp)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cup cake flour (sifted)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (room temp)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 6 tbsp brown sugar
  • 5 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 package (8oz) cream cheese
  • 2 sticks butter (8oz)
  • 2 cups confectioners sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine oil and room temperature butter until smooth; mix in sugar.
  2. Beat in egg and vanilla until combined. Gradually add cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sour cream, and milk. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Spoon half of the batter into cupcake liners, sprinkle with cinnamon mixture, then top with remaining batter.
  4. Bake for 16 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
  5. For frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add confectioners sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  6. Frost cooled cupcakes generously.

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