Maple Cinnamon French Toast Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of traditional French toast with a delightful twist in these Maple Cinnamon French Toast Cupcakes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these soft, fluffy cupcakes are infused with rich maple and cinnamon flavors, giving you a taste reminiscent of your favorite morning treat. Topped with a luscious cinnamon cream cheese frosting, each bite is a heavenly balance of sweetness and warmth. Ideal for sharing with family and friends, these cupcakes are sure to bring smiles and nostalgia around any gathering.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (Sifted and measured)
Baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (Sifted)
Ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (for batter) + 1 teaspoon (for frosting) (Measured)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (Measured)
Sugar
1 cup (Granulated)
Unsalted butter
1/2 cup, melted (Melted and cooled)
Eggs
2 large (Room temperature)
Maple extract
1 teaspoon (Measuring spoon)
Milk
1/2 cup (Room temperature)
Reduced-fat cream cheese
1 (8-ounce) package (At room temperature)
Butter (for frosting)
4 tablespoons (At room temperature)
Confectioners' sugar
3 cups, sifted (Sifted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard cupcake pan with paper liners to prevent cupcakes from sticking.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, use a whisk to combine the melted (and cooled) unsalted butter, sugar, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Avoid adding hot butter to prevent scrambling the eggs.
4
Gently incorporate the maple extract into the butter mixture.
5
Gradually alternate adding the dry flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, making three additions of the flour and two of the milk. Beat the batter until it is well blended and smooth.
6
Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cupcakes are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The tops should spring back lightly when pressed.
8
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
9
For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting, combine the softened cream cheese and room-temperature butter in a large mixing bowl. Blend on low speed for about 30 seconds until smooth.
10
Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, incorporating it slowly while mixing on low speed until fully blended, about 1 minute.
11
Add the ground cinnamon, and then increase the mixer speed to medium. Beat the frosting for an additional minute until it becomes fluffy and light.
12
Once the cupcakes have fully cooled, generously frost each one with the cinnamon cream cheese frosting and optionally sprinkle with additional cinnamon or maple syrup for garnish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Maple Cinnamon French Toast Cupcakes?
These are soft and fluffy cupcakes infused with maple and cinnamon flavors, topped with a luscious cinnamon cream cheese frosting, designed to taste like the classic breakfast dish.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How should I prepare the cupcake pan?
Line a standard cupcake pan with paper liners to prevent the cupcakes from sticking.
What dry ingredients are required for the batter?
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Why must the melted butter be cooled?
The melted butter should be cooled to ensure it does not scramble the eggs when they are mixed together.
When do I add the maple extract?
The maple extract should be gently incorporated into the butter, sugar, and egg mixture before adding dry ingredients.
How should the dry ingredients and milk be added to the wet ingredients?
You should gradually alternate adding them, making three additions of the flour mixture and two additions of the milk.
How much batter should I put in each cupcake liner?
Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter using a spoon or ice cream scoop.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
How can I tell if the cupcakes are done?
The cupcakes are done when they are golden brown, a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, and the tops spring back when pressed.
How long should cupcakes cool in the pan?
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Is it important for the cupcakes to be completely cool before frosting?
Yes, the cupcakes must be completely cool to prevent the cinnamon cream cheese frosting from melting.
What ingredients are used for the frosting?
The frosting is made from reduced-fat cream cheese, butter, confectioners' sugar, and ground cinnamon.
What temperature should the cream cheese and butter be for the frosting?
Both the cream cheese and the butter for the frosting should be at room temperature for smooth blending.
How do I start making the frosting?
Combine the softened cream cheese and room-temperature butter and blend on low speed for about 30 seconds.
When do I add the confectioners' sugar to the frosting?
Gradually add the sifted sugar while mixing on low speed for about 1 minute until fully blended.
How do I make the frosting fluffy?
After adding the cinnamon, increase the mixer speed to medium and beat the frosting for an additional minute.
What can I use to garnish these cupcakes?
You can optionally garnish the frosted cupcakes with additional cinnamon or a drizzle of maple syrup.
What type of flour is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour that has been sifted and measured.
How much cinnamon is used in the batter versus the frosting?
The batter uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, while the frosting uses 1 teaspoon.
How many eggs are needed for the cupcakes?
You will need 2 large eggs at room temperature.
What is the fat source in the cupcake batter?
The cupcake batter uses 1/2 cup of melted and cooled unsalted butter.
What type of cream cheese does the recipe suggest?
The recipe specifies one 8-ounce package of reduced-fat cream cheese.
How much confectioners' sugar is required for the frosting?
The frosting requires 3 cups of sifted confectioners' sugar.
What occasions are these cupcakes suitable for?
They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert gatherings.
How much milk is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of room-temperature milk.
What type of sugar is used in the batter?
The batter uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of sifted baking powder.
How much salt is included in the batter?
The batter includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much butter is used specifically for the frosting?
The frosting requires 4 tablespoons of butter at room temperature.