Description

Indulge in the delightful combination of a cinnamon roll and a cupcake with these Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes. These moist and flavorful treats are topped with a creamy cream cheese glaze that adds the perfect finishing touch.

Ingredients

Cupcake

1 (15.25 oz) box white or vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients on box)

Cinnamon Sugar Topping

1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Glaze

4 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
Prepare the cake mix: Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions.
Make the cinnamon sugar topping: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.
Fill cupcake liners: Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with cake batter.
Add topping: Drizzle melted butter over the batter and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Swirl the topping into the batter.
Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Make the cream cheese glaze: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until a smooth glaze forms.
Glaze the cupcakes: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, fill cupcakes with a spoonful of cinnamon cream cheese before baking.
You can also top with chopped pecans or a dusting of cinnamon sugar.