Description
These Cinnamon Sugar Swirl Cupcakes are soft and buttery with a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl and topped with creamy cinnamon frosting. A cozy and sweet treat perfect for fall or any time you’re craving comforting spice.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for swirl)
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for swirl)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
- 2-3 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-count muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding sour cream and milk with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon for the swirl.
- Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter. Sprinkle a spoonful of cinnamon-sugar over the batter, then top with more batter to cover the swirl.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- To make frosting, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Beat until light and fluffy, adjusting cream as needed for consistency.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- Ensure cupcakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
