Golden Swirl Cinnamon Cupcakes Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 + 1/2 cups (190 g) flour
• 1 + 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (115 g) butter (at room temperature)
• 3/4 cup (150 g) sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk

For the Cinnamon Swirl (Inside & Top):

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 + 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon melted butter

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup (230 g) butter (at room temperature)
• 3 cups (375 g) powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk or cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

For the Golden Caramel Drizzle (Optional):

• 2 tablespoons caramel sauce or honey
• A pinch of edible gold dust (optional)

Instructions