Print

Easy Churro Cupcakes

Easy Churro Cupcakes Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Indulge in a delightful treat with these Easy Churro Cupcakes that replicate the classic churro flavors you love! Perfect for sharing with family and friends, these cupcakes are a fun twist on a beloved dessert. With warm cinnamon sugar and a luscious frosting, they make an ideal dessert for any occasion—be it a birthday party or a cozy night in. In just about 40 minutes, you can create these fluffy cupcakes that are sure to impress everyone at the table. Enjoy the rich flavors of cinnamon and caramel in a simple, easy-to-make recipe that will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup melted butter (for topping)
  • 2 cups sugar (for topping)
  • 3 tbsp ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 2 cups unsalted sweet cream butter (for frosting)
  • 5 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
  • 5 tbsp heavy whipping cream (for frosting)
  • 2 tsp vanilla (for frosting)
  • Salted caramel sauce (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pans with liners.
  2. Beat sugar and softened butter in a mixer until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients and heavy cream until combined.
  6. Spoon batter into liners about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool before frosting with a mixture of butter, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and cream.

Nutrition