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Super Moist Carrot Cake Cupcakes Recipe

Super Moist Carrot Cake Cupcakes Recipe
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Indulge in these Super Moist Carrot Cake Cupcakes topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion, from Easter to birthdays!

Ingredients

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Cupcake Batter:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2–2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Add Carrots and Nuts: Stir in carrots, pineapple, and nuts. Combine dry and wet ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Bake: Divide batter into liners and bake for 20–24 minutes. Let cool before frosting.
  6. Make Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  7. Frost Cupcakes: Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the batter for moist cupcakes.
  • Store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container if making ahead.
  • Optional: Garnish with nuts or cinnamon.

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