Description
Carrot Cheesecake Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of moist carrot cake and rich cream cheese frosting. Each bite offers a warm embrace of flavors, making them perfect for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy afternoons. These vibrant treats not only entice the palate but also evoke fond memories of baking with loved ones. Indulge in these irresistible cupcakes, and watch as they brighten your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup grated carrots (fresh)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until frothy; then add grated carrots and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, whip cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually mix in powdered sugar.
- Cool cupcakes completely before frosting generously.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg