Description
Carrot Cake Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of moist cake and rich cream cheese frosting, offering a warm and spiced treat perfect for any occasion. Bursting with freshly grated carrots and aromatic spices, these cupcakes are not only visually appealing but also easy to make, making them an ideal dessert for gatherings or cozy afternoons. Indulge in the sweet experience of these fluffy cupcakes that will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup grated carrots (freshly grated)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix oil and eggs until smooth; stir in grated carrots and nuts if using.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While cupcakes cool, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Once cooled completely, frost cupcakes generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg