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Snickerdoodle Cupcakes

These Snickerdoodle Cupcakes are a delightful twist on a classic cookie! Soft, fluffy, and topped with cream cheese frosting, they’re simply irresistible.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cake flour sifted
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon for topping
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for topping
For the Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • ½ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract for frosting
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon for frosting
  • 3 cups powdered sugar sifted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cupcake pan
  • Cupcake liners
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  8. Step 8: While cooling, mix together the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Once completely cool, sprinkle over the cupcakes.
  9. Step 9: In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and ½ cup of unsalted butter until creamy. Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, and gradually mix in powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Step 10: Once the cupcakes are cool, frost each generously with the cream cheese frosting using a piping bag or spatula.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming.
  • Do not overmix the batter; mix just until combined for light cupcakes.
  • Check oven temperature with an oven thermometer for accurate baking.