Gingerbread Cupcakes W-Cream Cheese Frosting

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 1
Delicious Gingerbread Cupcakes W-Cream Cheese Frosting recipe for your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons unsalted softened butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar or 1/2 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
1/4 cup light molasses
2 eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/4 cup chopped candied ginger
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup prepared hot cocoa ( adjust amount if needed )
2 tablespoons unsalted butter , softened
2 ounces softened cream cheese
2/3 cup confectioners ' sugar
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
362
Sugar
31g
Fat
17g
Gingerbread Cupcakes are a Christmas favorite that has been adapted by many cultures around the globe. The cupcakes are made of warm spices such as ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon, offering a welcomed change from traditional cakes and pastries. The cream Cheese frosting brings a refreshing twist to the cupcakes, making them loved by both adults and kids, which makes them an ideal sweet treat for family occasions, tea parties or special events. Moreover, the process of making the cupcakes is relatively easy and requires simple ingredients that are available at home.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F and line muffin tin with paper liners.
2.In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Gradually add in the molasses and eggs, continuing to mix until well combined.
4.Add applesauce, chopped candied ginger, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, all-purpose flour, and whole wheat pastry flour.
5.Mix on low speed until just combined.
6.Add hot cocoa and mix until fully combined.
7.Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling about ⅔ full.
8.Bake for 18-20 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9.While cupcakes are baking, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon extract, and softened butter until light and fluffy in a separate mixing bowl.
10.Once cupcakes are cool, transfer frosting to a pastry bag and pipe onto the cooled cupcakes.

PROS

These Gingerbread Cupcakes are a delicious treat that offer a beautiful blend of warm spices and soft spongy texture.

The cream cheese frosting brings a sweet tang that works well with the ginger flavors.

These cupcakes not only taste great but also make an attractive addition to your dessert table.

CONS

These delicious cupcakes may be high in calories and sugar content if consumed excessively.

Individuals with dietary restrictions related to gluten or sugar intake might have to avoid consuming them

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Gingerbread Cupcakes offer health benefits traditionally associated with ginger.
They help reduce inflammation, improve indigestion, and are believed to have anti-cancer properties.
Each cupcake also contains 1g of fiber that aids in maintaining a healthy digestive system.

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