Carrot cupcakes are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are moist, flavorful, and have a beautiful orange color. Plus, they are relatively easy to make, so even novice bakers can give them a try. If you're looking for a delicious and festive recipe, carrot cupcakes are a great option. They are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CLASSIC CARROT CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: carrot, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, allspice, kosher salt, baking powder, baking soda, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, large eggs, vegetable oil, raisin, crushed pineapple, unsalted butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, walnuts
Provided by Kiano Moju
Categories Desserts
Time 1h55m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Grease 3 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- Grate the carrots on the small holes of a box grater. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, sift together 2½ cups (310 G) of flour, the cinnamon, allspice, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Whisk together.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and eggs together with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until just combined.
- With the mixer running, gradually pour in the vegetable oil.
- With the mixer on medium-low speed, add ⅓ of the flour mixture at a time to the wet ingredients. Beat just to incorporate. Stop mixing when there is just a small amount of flour visible.
- In a small bowl, toss the raisins with the remaining tablespoon of flour.
- Add the raisin, grated carrots, and pineapple to the batter and fold to incorporate with a rubber spatula.
- Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a fork inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes on a wire rack until the pans are cool to the touch. Remove the cakes from the pans and let cool completely on the rack.
- Make the icing: In a large bowl, beat together the butter, cream cheese, and vanilla with an electric hand mixer on medium-low speed. Once combined, mix on medium-high speed for 30 seconds, until light and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar, ½ cup (60 G) at a time, beating on medium-low speed to incorporate each addition.
- Assemble the cake: Check to see if the top of each cake is flat. If not, use a serrated knife level off the cakes.
- Place 1 cake layer on a serving platter or cake stand. Spoon ¼ of the icing on top and spread in an even layer. Add another layer of cake and spread with another ¼ of the icing. Set the last cake layer on top with the bottom up to ensure a very flat surface. Spread the rest of the icing over the top and sides.
- Gently press the walnuts into the icing around the sides of the cake.
- Chill for 30-60 minutes to let the icing set, then slice and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1012 calories, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 68 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 63 grams
EASY CARROT CAKE CUPCAKES
These carrot cake cupcakes are made extra easy thanks to a box of Betty's cake mix! With just 10 minutes of prep, 24 servings of everyone's favorite springtime treat could baking away in your oven. And their easy assembly doesn't bar you from customizing these sweet treats. Go ahead and choose your own adventure by mixing in chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, for a bit of crunch; stirring in shredded coconut for more texture; adding in raisins, dried fruits or even chocolate chips for a little added sweetness. Add what appeals to you and the end results will be delicious!
Provided by Arlene Cummings
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- In large bowl, beat cake mix, oil, water and eggs on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes.
- Stir in up to three of the added ingredients and mix gently. Pour into baking cups in cupcake pan, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake 17-22 minutes. Cool completely. Pipe or spread frosting over cupcakes. Decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g
CLASSIC CARROT CAKE
I entered this yummy, moist cake in a Colorado Outfitters Association dessert contest. My carrot cake with pineapple earned first place! -Cheri Eby, Gunnison, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking dish., Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use). In a large bowl, beat eggs, carrots, sugars, oil, drained pineapple and reserved juice until well blended. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually beat into carrot mixture until blended. Stir in walnuts. Transfer to prepared dish., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread over cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 calories, Fat 34g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CARROT CUPCAKES
My family doesn't really like carrot cake but I love it. So I experimented with my own recipe and found that finely grinding walnuts in a coffee grinder made all the difference. Now we all can enjoy them. Top muffins with your favorite cream cheese frosting.
Provided by Bobbie Susan
Categories Desserts Cakes Cupcake Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease or line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
- Beat sugar and butter together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy; beat in eggs, 1 at a time, beating until fully incorporated before adding the next egg. Mix vanilla extract into creamed butter mixture.
- Whisk flour, walnuts, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Mix 1/3 of the flour mixture into the creamed butter mixture until just combined; add 1/2 of the milk and mix until combined. Stir 1/2 of the remaining flour mixture into the batter; add the remaining milk and mix until combined. Mix the remaining flour mixture into the batter and fold in carrots. Scoop batter into the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 15 to 17 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 72.5 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 321.6 mg, Sugar 34.4 g
HEALTHY CARROT CAKE MUFFINS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: eggs, greek yogurt, maple syrup, milk, vanilla extract, carrots, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, light cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract
Provided by Joey Firoben
Categories Desserts
Yield 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until light and fluffy.
- Add in the Greek yogurt and whisk again until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Pour in the maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture again until smooth.
- Add the shredded carrots, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and cinnamon over the wet ingredients. Using a rubber spatula, fold the wet and dry ingredients together just until combined.
- Using a medium ice cream scoop, portion the batter into a greased 12-cup muffin tin.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until the muffins have risen and set.
- For the frosting, beat the cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth.
- Add in the maple syrup and vanilla and beat again until the mixture is well combined.
- Once the muffins have cooled, use a small ice cream scoop to spoon a bit of the frosting on top of the muffins. Gently tap the muffins on the counter to smooth out the layer of frosting on top.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 11 grams
CARROT CUPCAKES
These carrot cupcakes will surely become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cupcake Recipes
Yield Makes 12 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a 12-cup standard muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg; set aside.
- In another large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, egg, yogurt, and vanilla. Stir in carrots. Gradually add dry ingredients to butter mixture mixing until well combined. Divide among muffin tin. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, rotating pan halfway through until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting. To frost: Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese, butter, and confectioners' sugar until smooth; beat in vanilla and orange zest. Top each cupcake with 2 tablespoons of frosting and spread to cover.
CARROT CUPCAKES
To try to get my family to eat more vegetables, I often "hide" nutritional foods inside sweet treats. The carrots add wonderful moistness to these cupcakes, which have a rich cream cheese frosting. Now we can have our cake and eat our vegetables, too! -Doreen Kelly, Rosyln, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and oil. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, allspice and salt; gradually add to egg mixture. Stir in carrots. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. , For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in the coconut, pecans and raisins. Frost cupcakes. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MOIST CARROT CUPCAKES
If your kids think they don't like carrots, just wait until these cinnamon-scented, lightly frosted little cakes hit the table. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 10 cupcakes.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil and egg until well blended. Beat in applesauce and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Stir in carrots., Fill paper-lined muffin cups half full. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cupcakes. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CARROT LATTE CUPCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: carrots, instant espresso powder, hot water, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, large eggs, vanilla extract, all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, coconut oil, cold brew coffee, Fisher® Chef's Naturals Walnut Halves & Pieces, instant espresso powder, hot water, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, kosher salt, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, Fisher® Chef's Naturals Walnut Halves & Pieces, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, kosher salt
Provided by Fisher® Nuts
Categories Desserts
Yield 24 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 31
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners and grease with butter spray.
- Make the carrot cupcake batter: In a food processor, process the carrots until finely chopped.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the instant espresso powder and hot water until the granules dissolve. Let cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, whip the butter with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the granulated and brown sugars and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a small bowl, beat together the eggs and vanilla.
- Add the egg mixture to the butter mixture in thirds, beating on medium speed between each addition until fully incorporated.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in thirds, beating on low speed between each addition until incorporated.
- Add the coconut oil and beat on medium-low speed for 1 minute, until fluffy.
- Add the cooled instant espresso and cold brew and beat on low speed until smooth.
- Fold in the carrots and Fisher Walnuts until evenly incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ of the way full. Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool completely before frosting.
- Meanwhile, make the vanilla latte buttercream frosting: In a small bowl, whisk together the instant espresso powder and hot water until the granules dissolve. Let cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, whip the butter with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, 2 minutes. Add half of the powdered sugar at a time, beating on low speed between each addition until just incorporated.
- Add the vanilla, salt, and cooled instant espresso, and mix on low speed until fully incorporated and the frosting is smooth. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Make the spiced candied walnuts: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the butter and sugar, and cook, stirring constantly, until light brown in color, about 3 minutes. Add the Fisher Walnuts and toss until fully coated. Remove the pot from the heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and salt.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture over the walnuts and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the candied walnuts on the prepared baking sheet in an even layer and let cool completely, 10 minutes.
- To frost, place the tip of the piping bag at an angle at the edge of each cupcake and squeeze, rotating the cupcake and working toward the center, until covered in frosting. Repeat with the remaining cupcakes. Top each cupcake with a few candied walnuts.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 36 grams
CARDAMOM-SPICED CARROT CUPCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: carrots, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, large eggs, vanilla extract, all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, coconut oil, ground cardamom, Fisher® Chef's Naturals Pecan Halves, cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, orange, ground cardamom, ground ginger
Provided by Fisher® Nuts
Categories Desserts
Yield 24 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners and grease with butter spray.
- Make the base carrot cupcake batter: In a food processor, process the carrots until finely chopped.
- In a large bowl, whip the butter with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the granulated and brown sugars, and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a small bowl, beat together the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Add the egg mixture to the butter mixture in thirds, beating on medium speed between each addition until fully incorporated.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in thirds, beating on low speed between each addition until incorporated.
- Add the coconut oil and beat on medium-low speed for 1 minute, until fluffy.
- Finish making the cupcakes according to your desired variation.
- For the Cardamom-Spiced Carrot Cupcakes: When making the batter, add the cardamom to the dry ingredients. Gently fold in the carrots and 1⅓ cups Fisher Pecans. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ of the way full. Bake the cupcakes for 15-17 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool completely before frosting.
- Meanwhile, make the orange, cardamom, and ginger-spiced cream cheese frosting: In a large bowl, whip together the cream cheese and vanilla extract with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add the powdered sugar and beat on low speed until smooth. Add the orange zest, cardamom, and ginger, and beat until incorporated. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- To frost, place the tip of the piping bag upright at the center of a cupcake and squeeze until the cupcake is covered with frosting. Repeat with the remaining cupcakes, then garnish the edges with the remaining cup of Fisher Pecans.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 36 grams
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CARROT CUPCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: butter spray, carrots, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, large egg, vanilla extract, all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, coconut oil, dark cocoa powder, ground allspice, Fisher® Chef's Naturals Walnut Halves & Pieces, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, unsweetened dark cocoa powder, whole milk, vanilla extract, kosher salt, Fisher® Chef's Naturals Walnut Halves & Pieces
Provided by Fisher® Nuts
Categories Desserts
Yield 24 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners and grease with butter spray.
- Make the base carrot cupcake batter: In a food processor, process the carrots until finely chopped.
- In a large bowl, whip the butter with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the granulated and brown sugars, and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a small bowl, beat together the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Add the egg mixture to the butter mixture in thirds, beating on medium speed between each addition until fully incorporated.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in thirds, beating on low speed between each addition until incorporated.
- Add the coconut oil and beat on medium-low speed for 1 minute, until fluffy.
- Finish making the cupcakes according to your desired variation.
- For the Double Chocolate Carrot Cupcakes: When making the batter, add the cocoa powder and allspice to the dry ingredients. Gently fold in the carrots and finely chopped Fisher Walnuts. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ of the way full. Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool completely before frosting.
- Meanwhile, make the chocolate buttercream frosting: In a large bowl, whip the butter with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, 2 minutes. Add half of the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and milk at a time, beating on low speed between each addition until just incorporated. Add the vanilla and salt, and mix until fully incorporated and the frosting is smooth. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- To frost, place the tip of the piping bag at an angle at the edge of each cupcake and squeeze, rotating the cupcake and working toward the center, until covered in frosting. Repeat with the remaining cupcakes. Garnish each cupcake with a few Fisher Walnuts.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 35 grams
CARROT CAKE
My family's best carrot cake recipe dates back to my great-grandmother! We bake up a few of these carrot cakes for special occasions to make sure there's enough to go around. You'll love the texture this pretty, moist treat gets from pineapple, coconut and, of course, carrots! -Debbie Terenzini-Wilkerson, Lusby, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. Add the eggs, oil, carrots and vanilla; beat until combined. Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter in a small bowl until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth. Frost cake. Sprinkle with additional nuts. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 819 calories, Fat 49g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 91g carbohydrate (72g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CARROT CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
I love to serve lighter desserts that will satisfy those with a sweet tooth. I make these every Christmas Eve, but they're marvelous any time of the year. -Sara Pleso, Sparta Tennessee.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line 12 muffin cups with paper or foil liners., In a large bowl, beat the first five ingredients until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flours, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; gradually beat into brown sugar mixture. Stir in carrots and walnuts., Fill prepared cups two-thirds full. Bake 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat frosting ingredients until smooth. Spread over cupcakes. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges
CHEESECAKE-STUFFED CARROT CUPCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: butter spray, carrots, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, large eggs, vanilla extract, all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, coconut oil, Fisher® Chef's Naturals Walnut Halves & Pieces, cream cheeses, sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, large eggs, cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, lemon, lemon juice, kosher salt
Provided by Fisher® Nuts
Categories Desserts
Yield 24 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners and grease with butter spray.
- Make the base carrot cupcake batter: In a food processor, process the carrots until finely chopped.
- In a large bowl, whip the butter with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the granulated and brown sugars, and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a small bowl, beat together the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Add the egg mixture to the butter mixture in thirds, beating on medium speed between each addition until fully incorporated.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in thirds, beating on low speed between each addition until incorporated.
- Add the coconut oil and beat on medium-low speed for 1 minute, until fluffy.
- Finish making the cupcakes according to your desired variation.
- For the Cheesecake-Stuffed Carrot Cupcakes: Gently fold the carrots and 1⅓ cups Fisher Walnuts into the batter.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, whip together the cream cheese and sour cream with an electric hand mixer on medium-low speed until fluffy, 2 minutes. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until fully incorporated. Add the eggs and beat on low speed until smooth.
- Spoon the carrot cupcake batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each a little more than halfway. Tap the muffin tins on the counter to smooth the batter. Spoon the cheesecake filling over the batter, filling each cup ¾ of the way. Bake the cupcakes for 25-27 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool completely.
- Meanwhile, make the lemon vanilla cream cheese frosting: In a large bowl, whip together the cream cheese and vanilla extract with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add the powdered sugar and beat on low speed until smooth. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt, and mix on low speed to incorporate. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip and refrigerate until ready to use.
- To frost, place the tip of the piping bag upright at the center of a cupcake and squeeze until the cupcake is covered with frosting. Repeat with the remaining cupcakes, then garnish the centers with the remaining cup of Fisher Walnuts.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 39 grams
CARROT CAKE CUPCAKES
This recipe is so special to me because it was passed down from my grandmother, to my mother, and now to me. This family classic is now often requested for any type of work function.-Leann Schmid, Covington, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 28 cupcakes.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine 2 cups flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Stir in carrots and pineapple. Toss the raisins with the remaining flour until coated; fold into batter., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and milk; beat until smooth. Frost cupcakes. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts :
SIMPLE CARROT CAKE CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
Super moist carrot cake starts with freshly grated carrots! These carrot cake cupcakes are tender, lightly spiced, and full of flavor. Paired with a sweet and slightly tangy cream cheese frosting, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will take any spring celebration from good to great! Customize your mix-ins and decorate as desired.
Provided by eatcakebemerry
Categories Cupcakes
Time 1h15m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 18 muffin cups with paper liners.
- Whisk together sugar, applesauce, oil, eggs, and vanilla for cupcakes in a large bowl. Sift in flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; mix until well combined. Add grated carrots, raisins, shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, and pecans; mix until fully incorporated. Scoop batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling halfway.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the centers comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and butter for frosting with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and beat until creamy. Mix in vanilla.
- Frost cupcakes when they are completely cool; if they are even slightly warm, the frosting will melt. Decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 47.9 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 162.8 mg
LUSCIOUS CARROT CUPCAKES
After trying a wide range of different approaches, I finally hit the right combination of ingredients for a lush, moist, and intensely tasteful carrot cake batter. Do yourself a favor and try it ASAP! Optional: Decorate with flakes of hazelnut and slices of lemon peel.
Provided by Jarnsaxa
Categories Cupcakes
Time 2h2m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons oil, eggs, brown sugar, and grated carrots together, in that order, in a bowl.
- Mix flour, cinnamon, baking powder, vanilla sugar, and salt together in a separate bowl. Add flour mixture to oil mixture and stir to combine. Fill 12 cups of a muffin tin with the batter.
- Bake on the middle rack of the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 12 to 15 minutes; do not overbake. Cool completely before frosting, about 45 minutes.
- Mix confectioners' sugar, cream cheese, butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest together in a bowl; stir until the icing reaches a smooth, thick, and creamy texture. Cover icing with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, at least 30 minutes, before topping cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.2 calories, Carbohydrate 76.1 g, Cholesterol 64.4 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 224.6 mg, Sugar 60 g
CARROT CAKE CUPCAKES
Topped with a sweet cream cheese frosting and made with toasted pecans and spices, these easy carrot cake cupcakes make the perfect treat for parties!
Provided by WilsonsKM
Categories Desserts Cakes Cupcake Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 15 cupcake cups with paper liners.
- Beat 1 1/2 sticks of butter with an electric mixer in a large bowl until creamy. Beat in sugar.
- Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt in a medium bowl or on a piece of parchment paper; mix well. Add to the butter mixture, alternating with eggs, beating well after the addition of each. Add vanilla extract and mix. Add carrots and beat on medium speed until well incorporated. Fold in pecans.
- Scoop batter evenly into the prepared cupcake cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until set and a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 20 to 22 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and butter for frosting together in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add sugar gradually, beating constantly. Mix in vanilla extract and cinnamon. Frost cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 19 g
CARROT-TOPPED CUPCAKES
A handy spice cake mix gets a tasty treatment when dressed up with shredded carrots and chopped walnuts. The mini carrot cakes are eye-catching, too, when decorated with cream cheese frosting carrots and parsley sprigs for the green tops. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Fold in carrots, walnuts and cinnamon. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups half full. Bake at 350° for 18-23 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Frost cupcakes with 1-1/4 cups frosting. Place remaining frosting in a small resealable bag; tint with orange food coloring. Cut a small hole in the corner of bag; pipe a carrot on the top of each cupcake. Add a parsley sprig for greens.
Nutrition Facts :
CARROT CUPCAKES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: sunflower oil, medium eggs, carrot, brown sugar, self raising flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, unsalted butter, icing sugar, full fat cream cheese, vanilla extract, cinnamon, walnut
Provided by Celina How
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°C and line a muffin tray with 10 cupcake liners.
- Whisk together the sunflower oil and eggs.
- Add in the grated carrots and sugar, and mix again.
- Add in the sifted flour, cinnamon, and baking soda.
- Mix until no streaks of flour is seen.
- Split the mixture between the cupcake cases, and bake in the oven for 20-22 minutes
- Once cooled, spread cream cheese frosting and decorate with walnut bits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 31 grams
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients: Before you start baking, measure and prep all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything.
- Use room temperature ingredients: Room temperature ingredients mix together more easily and create a smoother batter. If you're using cold ingredients, let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before you start baking.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cupcakes tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full: This will help prevent the cupcakes from overflowing in the oven.
- Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that the cupcakes are cooked through.
Conclusion:
These carrot cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their moist texture, sweet carrot flavor, and cream cheese frosting, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these carrot cupcakes a try!
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