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Mini Carrot Cakes in Cupcake Form

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These mini carrot cakes are soft, moist, and packed with warm spices. Made in cupcake form, they’re easy to serve and perfect for any occasion. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, they’ll be a hit with everyone!


Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:
  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups (140g) finely grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (40g) raisins (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

 

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extrac

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients – In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Combine – Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in the grated carrots, nuts, and raisins (if using).
  • Bake – Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  • Make the Frosting – In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat until fluffy.

 

  • Frost and Serve – Once the cupcakes are completely cool, spread or pipe the frosting on top. Optionally, garnish with extra nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

  • You can swap half of the oil with applesauce for a lighter version.

 

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.