Carrot-Ginger Cupcakes with Spiced Cream Cheese
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body and helps promote healthy vision.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Carrot-Ginger Cupcakes with Spiced Cream Cheese
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grate the carrots and set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, beat the butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
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Fold in the grated carrots.
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Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and fill each liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Meanwhile, prepare the spiced cream cheese frosting by beating the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and nutmeg until smooth.
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Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the spiced cream cheese frosting.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
- Sugars 35g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
