Description
Carrot cupcakes are a delightful fusion of moist, tender cake and the natural sweetness of carrots, all enhanced by warm spices. Topped with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting, these treats are perfect for any occasion—be it a birthday party, holiday gathering, or simply a cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Ground cinnamon
- Salt
- Vegetable oil
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Shredded carrots
- Optional: Chopped walnuts or pecans
For the cream cheese frosting
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in shredded carrots.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and sprinkle nuts on top if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
- Make the cream cheese frosting: beat the cream cheese and softened butter together until completely smooth, then add the sifted powdered sugar a cup at a time on low speed. Beat in the vanilla and continue for 1 minute more, until light and spreadable. Frost only once the bake has cooled completely.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Customize by adding raisins or coconut flakes.
For an extra twist, try chocolate frosting instead of cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (68g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 44g
- Sodium: 259mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3.2g
- Cholesterol: 69mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Customize by adding raisins or coconut flakes for extra texture. For an indulgent twist, try topping with chocolate frosting instead of cream cheese.