These sopapilla cupcakes are a delightful twist on the traditional Mexican pastry. The cupcakes are made with a fluffy cinnamon batter and topped with a honey-cinnamon glaze. They are then sprinkled with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness. These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion and are sure to be a hit with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner with the batter, filling about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the honey-cinnamon glaze. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, honey, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Once the cupcakes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Using a fork or toothpick, poke several holes in the top of each cupcake.
- Drizzle the honey-cinnamon glaze over the warm cupcakes, allowing it to seep into the holes.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before dusting them with powdered sugar.
- Serve and enjoy!