In the realm of sweet treats, the fusion of hazelnut, carrot, and oat flavors takes center stage in a delightful creation—the hazelnut carrot oat cupcake with cream cheese frosting. This tantalizing recipe combines wholesome ingredients to produce a symphony of textures and flavors. With its irresistible nutty aroma, vibrant orange hue, and moist crumb, these cupcakes are a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that perfectly complements the earthy undertones, these cupcakes are destined to become a beloved addition to any gathering or as a special treat to enjoy at any moment.
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HAZELNUT CARROT-OAT CUPCAKES WITH CREAM-CHEESE FROSTING
These Hazelnut Carrot-Oat Cupcakes with Cream-Cheese Frosting are all kinds of delicious. Make them for Easter and you won't be disappinted.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cupcake Recipes
Time 1h50m
Yield Makes 1 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flours, baking soda, salt, and finely chopped hazelnuts. In another medium bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla, orange zest, and carrots until combined. Fold oil mixture into flour mixture until just combined. Divide batter evenly among lined cups, filling each three-quarters full.
- Bake cupcakes until golden and a toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean, about 23 minutes. Let cupcakes cool in pan 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
- In a small bowl, stir together cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; season with a pinch of salt. Frost cupcakes, then sprinkle with coarsely chopped hazelnuts.
CARROT CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line 12 standard muffin cups with paper cupcake liners.
- Sift together the flours, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. In a large stand mixer with the paddle attachment, combine the brown sugar, oil and eggs until well combined. Add the carrots, applesauce and vanilla. Add the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Stir in 1/4 cup of the chopped walnuts.
- Divide the batter among the muffin cups. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- With an electric mixer, beat together the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and lemon zest until smooth and creamy. Frost the cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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
CARROT & SOFT CHEESE CUPCAKES
This crowd-pleasing recipe turns the ultimate afternoon tea favourite into delightful cupcakes
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Afternoon tea, Treat
Time 50m
Yield Makes 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line a 12-hole muffin tin with cases. In a large mixing bowl, mix the sugar, flours, bicarbonate of soda, mixed spice and orange zest. Whisk together the eggs and oil, then stir into the dry ingredients with the grated carrot. Divide the mixture between cases and bake for 20-22 mins until a skewer poked in comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack before icing.
- For the icing, beat the butter until really soft, then beat in the soft cheese, icing sugar and vanilla. Use a palette or cutlery knife to swirl the icing on top of the cakes, then decorate with the sprinkles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 32 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 38 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 26 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium
CARROT-COCONUT CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
Categories Cake Food Processor Chocolate Breakfast Brunch Dessert Bake Cream Cheese Coconut Pineapple Pecan Carrot Fall Birthday Party Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 1 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For cupcakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 12-cup muffin tin with muffin papers. Whisk sugar, oil, and eggs in large bowl to blend. Whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg in medium bowl to blend. Stir pineapple, carrots, coconut, and pecans in another medium bowl to blend. Stir flour mixture into egg mixture until just blended. Fold in carrot mixture. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, dividing equally. Bake cupcakes until tops are golden brown and tester inserted into centers comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Remove cupcakes from pan and cool completely on rack.
- For frosting:
- Melt white chocolate in top of double boiler over barely simmering water until melted and smooth. Remove from over water. Using on/off turns, blend cream cheese, butter, lemon peel, and melted white chocolate in processor until smooth. Add powdered sugar; process until smooth. Spread frosting on cupcakes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
MARTHA'S CARROT CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
Make and share this Martha's Carrot Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting recipe from Food.com.
Provided by AmandaInOz
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 12 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper cups.
- In a bowl, combine sugar, macadamia oil, orange juice, vanilla extract, and eggs.
- Stir in baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg and salt.
- Add flour; mix. Stir in carrots.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling only about 3/4 of the way up.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk until smooth.
- Frost cupcakes, and garnish with orange zest.
CARROT CAKE CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
I love carrot cake, but most recipes are a bit too sweet for my tastes, especially the frosting. These are more savory, but still sweet enough to enjoy for dessert.
Provided by Zepheera
Time 1h15m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 18 standard muffin cups with paper liners.
- Sift flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, allspice, salt, nutmeg, and cloves together in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix brown sugar, sour cream, white sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla together until smooth. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. Stir in carrots, then fold in pecans. Divide batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the centers comes out clean, 17 to 20 minutes. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely, about 20 minutes.
- While the cupcakes are cooling, beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar, a bit a time, until smooth and desired sweetness is achieved. Spread onto cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 335.3 mg, Sugar 37.9 g
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
CARROT CUPCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE ICING
Unfrosted, these carrot-filled cupcakes are perfect for breakfast on the run or a lunch-box treat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 50m
Yield Makes 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Oil a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners. In a bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil, orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and eggs.
- Stir in baking powder, baking soda, allspice, and salt. Add flour; mix. Stir in carrots, walnuts, and coconut.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean, 25 minutes. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For the icing: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- Frost cupcakes, and garnish with shredded coconut.
Tips:
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free oats and all-purpose flour.
- If you don't have any carrots, you can substitute them with grated zucchini or sweet potatoes.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the cupcakes by adding more or less maple syrup to the batter.
- To make the cream cheese frosting even more decadent, try using whipped cream instead of milk.
- Garnish the cupcakes with chopped hazelnuts, carrot curls, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra special touch.
Conclusion:
These Hazelnut Carrot Oat Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. They're packed with healthy ingredients like carrots, oats, and hazelnuts, and they're naturally sweetened with maple syrup. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch, adding a touch of sweetness and tang. Whether you're looking for a healthy breakfast option or a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings, these cupcakes are sure to hit the spot.
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