Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these delicious Carrot Ginger Cupcakes! Perfectly spiced and topped with a creamy, cinnamon-spiced cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are incredibly moist and easy to make. Toasting the walnuts in the microwave adds a delightful crunch – a simple shortcut for faster prep time. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible treat!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 77.4 kcal

Protein 3g

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Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting

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Ingredients for Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting

Poundcake Mix
Water
Eggs
Carrot
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
Cinnamon
Walnut Pieces
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Cool Whip

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How to Make Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 24 paper liners.
Prepare your favorite boxed cake mix according to package directions, using water/milk and 2 large eggs.
Stir in 1 cup grated carrots, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ cup toasted walnuts.
Evenly spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add 1 cup of whipped topping, beating on low speed until combined.
Stir in ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon.
Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost generously with the spiced cream cheese frosting.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

Fat

18g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting?

Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting?

Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting has approximately 77.4 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting?

The key ingredients for Carrot Ginger Cupcakes With Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting are Poundcake Mix, Water, Eggs, Carrot, Ginger, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.