SPICE CUPCAKES WITH MOCHA FROSTING

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Old-fashioned flavor comes through with the molasses, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg in these light, fluffy cupcakes. The mocha frosting is a fresh touch that makes them extra special. -Sarah Vaughan, Waterville, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup molasses
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg
1/2 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
1-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate-covered coffee beans and assorted candies, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. , 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., In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and cocoa. Stir in the coffee, butter and vanilla until smooth. Frost cupcakes. Garnish with coffee beans and candies if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Muritala Ayomide
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These cupcakes were a disappointment. They were dry and the frosting was grainy.


Bakar Ali
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I had a hard time finding all of the ingredients, but the cupcakes were worth the effort.


Lime
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The frosting was a bit too sweet for me, but the cupcakes themselves were delicious.


Amraiz Amraiz
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These cupcakes are a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Mason Hooper
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The recipe was easy to follow and the cupcakes turned out perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Cheryl Dorsey
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I'm not a big fan of spice cake, but these cupcakes changed my mind. They're so moist and flavorful, I couldn't resist.


Suolak Noman
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These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a sweet treat at home.


PrettyGirlMaki
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The mocha frosting is to die for! It's so rich and creamy.


Kristy Grauer
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I love the combination of spices in these cupcakes. They're so unique and delicious.


Santrell Vaughn
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These cupcakes were easy to make and turned out great! The spice cake was moist and flavorful, and the mocha frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


Madhu Maharjan
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I made these cupcakes for my daughter's birthday and she loved them! The cupcakes were fluffy and the frosting was creamy and rich. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Luxuryking Inyesh (Luxuryking_inyesh)
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These cupcakes were a hit at my party! They were so moist and flavorful, and the mocha frosting was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again.