We had a reason to celebrate this week because my husband started a new job. We are so grateful that he has been given this opportunity and that he will be able to start a new adventure on his career path.
We wanted to do something to celebrate his first day of work so we made him one of his favorite treats…Snickerdoodle Cupcakes!
These are so delicious and I got the recipe from one of the Cake Doctor books. It has been a favorite in our house for several years and a frequent request for family birthdays.
The cake has just the right blending of flavors and the cake mix make these easy to whip up for unexpected company. It is the cinnamon frosting that pushes it over the top though so take the time to make the icing from scratch since you are saving time on the cake by using the mix!
I hope you can try these in your house- let me know what you think!
Snickerdoodle Cupcakes (these can be made into a cake too- whichever you prefer)
1 package plain white cake mix
1 cup whole milk
1 stick of butter, melted
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Frosting:
1 stick butter
3 3/4 cup confectioners sugar
3-4 Tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and flour & grease 2 9″ pans (for cakes) or line your cupcake tin. Place cake mix, milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl. Blend for three minutes (stop to scrape once). Pour into pans and bake for 27-29 minutes (for cake) or 22-25 minutes (for cupcakes). Allow the cakes to cool completely.
Beat butter until fluffy for frosting. Add all other ingredients.
Note: I froze half of these (without frosting) to keep in our freezer for another occasion. They freeze very nicely!
print, print, print! they look so awesome.
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I don’t know whether to love you or hate you for this.
I ADORE snickerdoodles and so does my dad. I know what I’ll be making him for his birthday now!
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Um… yummmmmm!!! I love snickerdoodle cookies and so does Hubbz! We might have to try these this weekend! Thanks for sharing.
And congrats to your husband on the new job!!
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Mmm those sound so yummy!
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I gained 5 pounds just looking at the picture! OH MY WORD, those look GOOD!
Hugs,
Melinda
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Congratulations Amy! What great news. The cupcakes look super yummy too.I like any celebration that calls for cake
Have a great weekend!
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Yummy….those look so good! I think I’m going to have to whip some of those up this weekend (and I actually have all the ingredients!). One question, is it necessary to use real butter or does the “fake” stuff work just as well?
AnneMarie
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Does 2% or even lower fat milk work for these? I never have whole in the house, but would love to make these! Thanks for a yummy recipe.
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Sorry, sorry, sorry to all the dieters
I am evil and have had that recipe up my sleeve for ages. They were too pretty not to share this time!
AnneMarie- You can use the faux butter, but I don’t think it would taste as good, particularly the frosting. I have tried it with the margarine though and it still comes together well, but I think the frosting tastes better with the real deal
Enjoy, ladies!!!
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The fuller fat milk is just what the cookbook recommended. I think 2% would be fine, but the whole milk probably just gives it a richer flavor. I hope that helps- enjoy those cupcakes!
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I can tell that’s a great recipe.
Congratulations to your husband on his new position!
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Thanks for sharing this, Amy. I love snickerdoodle cookies, and have never heard of this cake. Looks good!
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I too am going to make those cupcakes for a women’s group this week! Thanks for sharing! congrats to your hubby for the new job! Jakesmom
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Oh how my husband loves this cake. Great recipe!
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Thanks for this awesome recipe. I finally had occasion to make them today and they are delicious! And they were a huge hit with my neighbors (who I shared them with). Thanks again!
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