WHITE CHOCOLATE-SPICE CUPCAKES

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Candace Nelson, founder of the Beverly Hills cupcake bakery Sprinkles, says Thanksgiving is one of the busiest holidays at the bakery. She says holiday eaters are usually excited to try new desserts but they still want to stick with the "Thanksgiving flavor profile." "Spice cupcakes are certainly within the scope of traditional Thanksgiving flavors," she says. "With the twist of the white chocolate cream cheese frosting, these have a decadent richness and tang that make for a perfect finish to everyone's favorite meal."

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 dozen cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
1/2 cup milk
1 stick of butter
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
4 ounces (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, still firm but not cold
8 ounces cold cream cheese
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 pound (3/4 box) plus 2 teaspoons powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 ounces white chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices and salt. In another bowl, combine molasses and milk.
  • With an electric mixer fitted with flat beater, cream the butter on medium to medium-high speed for 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually add the sugar. and beat until light and fluffy in texture. Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
  • Reduce the mixer speed to low, and incorporate the flour mixture alternately with the molasses mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition and ending with dry ingredients.
  • Divide batter among the cupcake liners and bake for about 20 minutes, or until top of cupcakes spring back when lightly touched. Cool thoroughly before frosting.
  • Prepare the frosting. Using an electric mixer with flat beater, mix together butter, cream cheese and salt on medium speed for 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce speed to low, and gradually add powdered sugar until incorporated. Gradually add vanilla and melted white chocolate until just blended. Do not overwhip the frosting; the consistency should be creamy and dense, like ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 454, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 271 milligrams, Sugar 43 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Sbuda Keith
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I can't wait to make these cupcakes again!


Sarry Jan
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These cupcakes were the perfect addition to my holiday party.


Ddembe Joseph
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I would definitely recommend these cupcakes to anyone who loves white chocolate.


Muskan Mano
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These cupcakes were a little bit dry, but the flavor was still good.


Oppong Ofori
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I'm not much of a baker, but these cupcakes were easy to make and they turned out great.


Shamim Uddin
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I made these cupcakes for my son's birthday and he loved them! He said they were the best cupcakes he's ever had.


jeevan Kc
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cupcakes turned out perfectly. They were moist, fluffy, and had a great flavor.


Rafin Rafi
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These cupcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good.


K.D.
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I'm not a huge fan of white chocolate, but these cupcakes were surprisingly good. The spices really balanced out the sweetness of the white chocolate.


Sheraz Awan
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These cupcakes were easy to make and turned out beautifully. The batter was smooth and the cupcakes baked evenly.


Happy Desire
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I made these cupcakes for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Pro Tik
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These cupcakes were amazing! They were so moist and fluffy, and the white chocolate flavor was perfect. I also loved the addition of the spices, which gave them a unique and delicious flavor.