Get Ready to Drool: These Cinnabon Delights Are the Dessert Dreams Are Made Of!

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Biting into a warm, freshly made Cinnabon Delight takes me back. It’s like a little bite of heaven, crispy on the outside, soft and pillowy on the inside, and filled with that sweet, gooey cinnamon goodness.

I first made these as a weekend treat for the family, and they disappeared almost as fast as I could fry them. These bite-sized delights are perfect for any time of day, whether as an indulgent breakfast, a midday snack, or a sweet after-dinner treat.

The secret to making these Cinnabon Delights truly irresistible is in the filling. A smooth cream cheese frosting that oozes out with every bite, combined with the cinnamon sugar coating, makes for an unforgettable taste. Plus, they’re super fun to make, especially when you want something quick that feels a bit special.

I can’t wait to hear how yours turn out, whether you stick with the classic recipe or put your spin on it, they’re sure to be a hit!

What is Cinnabon Delights Recipe?

Cinnabon Delights are delicious, bite-sized treats with a soft, cinnamon-flavoured dough and a sweet cream cheese filling. To make them, prepare a dough, roll it into small balls, and fry them until golden brown. After frying, roll the dough balls in cinnamon sugar. Finally, fill or drizzle them with cream cheese frosting for a warm, gooey dessert. Perfect for snacking!

This image shows a plate of golden-brown Cinnabon Delights, each filled with cream cheese glaze, dusted in cinnamon sugar, and arranged in a tempting pile.

Cinnabon Delights Recipe

My Cinnabon Delights are little bites of heaven, crispy, golden donut holes coated in cinnamon sugar and filled with a rich, creamy cream cheese frosting. These are even better than the ones you get at Taco Bell!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 20
Calories 270 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts:

  • 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup White sugar
  • 2 tsp Baking powder
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 Egg
  • ½ cup Milk
  • 2 tbsp Melted butter
  • Pinch of nutmeg optional
  • Oil for frying
  • Cinnamon sugar for coating

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup Softened cream cheese
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup Whole milk

Instructions
 

For the Donuts:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.
    This image shows a large bowl with whisked flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder, ready to be combined with wet ingredients for donut batter.
  • Stir in the egg, milk, and melted butter until combined, but don’t over-mix the batter.
    This image shows a bowl of donut batter, with the egg, milk, and melted butter stirred into the dry ingredients, creating a smooth mixture.
  • Heat oil to 375°F in a deep skillet or cast iron pan.
  • Using a teaspoon, drop small amounts of batter into the hot oil, frying 5-6 at a time. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
  • Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
  • Remove the donuts and drain on paper towels, then roll them in cinnamon sugar while still warm.

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

  • In a large bowl, whip the softened cream cheese and vanilla until smooth.
    This image shows a bowl of softened cream cheese being whipped with vanilla and powdered sugar to make the smooth cream cheese filling for the donuts.]
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
  • Stir in the milk, adding just enough to reach a smooth, pipeable consistency.
  • Fill a piping bag or squeeze bottle with the frosting. Gently insert the tip into each donut and fill with the cream cheese glaze.

Notes

  • Measuring flour: Spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it off for accuracy.
  • Baking powder: Make sure it’s fresh! Replace it every 6-12 months for the best rise.
  • Cinnamon: If you want an authentic Cinnabon flavor, try using Makara cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts:

Nutrition Value
Calories270 kcal
Fat16g
Carbohydrates33g
Sugar20g
Sodium240mg
Protein3g

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