To make Taco Bell Cinnabon Delights at home, start by gathering your ingredients. For the donuts, you need 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¼ cup white sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 egg, ½ cup milk, 2 tablespoons melted butter, oil for deep frying, and cinnamon sugar.
Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Stir in the egg, milk, and melted butter until the batter is smooth. Heat oil to 375°F in a cast iron pan. Drop batter by the generous teaspoon into the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels and roll in cinnamon sugar.
For the cream cheese filling, whip ¼ cup softened cream cheese and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add 1 cup powdered sugar until combined. Add milk as needed to reach your desired consistency. Use full-fat milk and cream cheese for the best flavor.
To assemble, poke a hole into the side of each donut. Fill the donut with the cream cheese filling using a piping bag or a ziploc bag with a corner snipped off. Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature for frying, and avoid overcrowding the pan. Adjust the amount of powdered sugar in the filling to suit your taste.
By following these steps and tips, you can create delicious Taco Bell Cinnabon Delights at home. Enjoy these sweet treats any time you crave them!