These delightful cinnamon sugar churro cupcakes combine the classic flavors of churros with the soft texture of cupcakes, making them a perfect cozy dessert for any occasion. Ideal for holiday baking, these treats are sure to impress your family and friends.

Delicious Cinnamon Sugar Churro Cupcakes

These churro cupcakes are infused with cinnamon and topped with a sweet cinnamon sugar coating, mimicking the beloved churro experience. The recipe yields about 12 cupcakes and takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
6. Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
7. Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
8. Coat Cupcakes: While the cupcakes are still warm, roll the tops in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat them evenly.
9. Serve: Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before serving. Enjoy your delicious cinnamon sugar churro cupcakes!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 cupcakes
• Calories: 210kcal
• Fat: 9g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 32g