Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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18
servings
1.5 cup

All-purpose Flour

1.5 tsp

Cinnamon

1.5 tsp

Baking Powder

0.5 tsp

Baking Soda

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.5 cup

Unsalted Butter

Room Temperature

1 cup

Sugar

2 unit

Eggs

Room Temperature

1 tsp

Vanilla Extract

0.5 cup

Milk

Room Temperature

1.5 tsp

Cinnamon

0.5 cup

Sugar

0.75 cup

Dulce De Leche

0.25 cup

Sour Cream

1 cup

Heavy Cream

8 ounce

Mascarpone Cheese

Room Temperature

0.25 tsp

Cinnamon

0.5 cup

Confectioners Sugar

Sifted

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.

Step 2
~4 min

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3
~4 min

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4
~4 min

Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.

Step 5
~4 min

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6
~4 min

Fill each cupcake liner with 2 tablespoons of batter.

Step 7
~4 min

Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8
~4 min

Combine cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl.

Step 9
~4 min

While the cupcakes are still warm, dip the tops in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Let the cupcakes cool completely.

Step 11
~4 min

For the filling, combine dulce de leche and sour cream in a small bowl. Mix well.

Step 12
~4 min

Transfer the filling to a piping bag.

Key Technique: Piping
Step 13
~4 min

Create a hole in the center of each cupcake using an apple corer.

Step 14
~4 min

Pipe the dulce de leche filling into the hole of each cupcake.

Step 15
~4 min

For the frosting, whisk heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Step 16
~4 min

In another bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, cinnamon, and confectioners' sugar until smooth.

Step 17
~4 min

Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.

Step 18
~4 min

Frost the cupcakes and sprinkle with leftover cinnamon-sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature for best results.

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough cupcakes.

Use a piping bag for easy filling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cupcakes can be baked ahead of time and frosted later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Cinnamon)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serve with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican hot chocolate

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico-inspired

Cultural Significance

Churros are a popular dessert in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday Parties
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

85/100

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