Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting and Pecans

Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting and Pecans
90 min.
18
315kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes, a perfect fusion of two beloved treats! Imagine the warm, comforting aroma of cinnamon rolls wafting through your kitchen, combined with the fluffy texture of cupcakes. These scrumptious desserts are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a cozy night in.

Each cupcake is a mini masterpiece, featuring a swirl of cinnamon sugar that creates a delightful surprise in every bite. Topped with a luscious layer of Betty Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting, these cupcakes are elevated to a whole new level of decadence. The creamy frosting perfectly complements the warm spices, while the coarsely chopped pecans add a satisfying crunch that enhances the overall experience.

Ready in just 90 minutes and yielding 18 servings, these Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests raving. Whether you're hosting a brunch, a birthday party, or just want to treat yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible delights that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 24 oz cream cheese frosting 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • Cups baking mix 
  • 0.5 cup pecans coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • box cake mix yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F.
  2. Place Reynolds Baking Cups in each of 18 regular-size muffin cups. In small bowl, stir together sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
  3. Make cake batter as directed on box. Fill muffin cups about 1/2 full. Spoon generous 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon sugar onto center of batter in each cup; top cinnamon sugar with the remaining batter divided evenly among cups. In each cup, swirl batter with toothpick to create a spiral effect.
  4. Bake about 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. Place frosting in decorating bag fitted with round tip #2
  6. Starting at outer edge of cupcakes, pipe frosting in spiral pattern, gradually elevating to a peak in center; garnish with pecans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories315kcal
Protein2.35%
Fat29.01%
Carbs68.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.73
Glycemic Load
0.94
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.7282608502909%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.3mg
Delphinidin
0.2mg
Catechin
0.2mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:315.37kcal
15.77%
Fat:10.35g
15.92%
Saturated Fat:2.62g
16.36%
Carbohydrates:55.09g
18.36%
Net Carbohydrates:54.31g
19.75%
Sugar:38.67g
42.97%
Cholesterol:0.13mg
0.04%
Sodium:366.38mg
15.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.89g
3.78%
Phosphorus:136.83mg
13.68%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.8%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.19%
Calcium:76.17mg
7.62%
Folate:28.47µg
7.12%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.98%
Iron:0.92mg
5.1%
Vitamin B3:1mg
5.02%
Copper:0.07mg
3.59%
Fiber:0.78g
3.11%
Selenium:1.66µg
2.38%
Magnesium:8.66mg
2.16%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.08%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.88%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.67%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.65%
Potassium:49.14mg
1.4%
Vitamin K:1.38µg
1.31%