Description
Carrot Cheesecake Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of moist, spiced cupcakes and rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion. With the natural sweetness of carrots and a hint of warm spices, these treats offer a comforting indulgence that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these cupcakes are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups grated carrots (about 3 medium)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, blend eggs, melted butter, grated carrots, and vanilla until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with the cream cheese mixture made by beating softened cream cheese with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg