Gingerbread Cupcakes
Gingerbread Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of warm spices and sweet flavors, making them the perfect treat for the holiday season. These moist cupcakes, infused with ginger and cinnamon and topped with creamy frosting, will fill your home with an inviting aroma. Whether you’re celebrating with family or enjoying a cozy evening alone, these cupcakes will bring comfort and joy to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsulfured molasses
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by molasses and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg