Gingerbread Latte Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Gingerbread is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and was brought to Europe by Armenian monk Gregory of Nicopolis in the 10th century.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Gingerbread Latte Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Strong brewed coffee
• 8 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• optional for garnish Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and coffee. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
10. Spread the cream cheese frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.
11. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.
12. Enjoy your delicious Gingerbread Latte Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.