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Gingerbread Cupcakes

Gingerbread Cupcakes
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of the season with these delightful Gingerbread Cupcakes! Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat at home, these cupcakes capture the essence of spiced gingerbread cookies in a fluffy cupcake form. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of warm spices and sweet molasses, topped with a luscious cinnamon cream cheese frosting that will leave your guests smiling. With their easy preparation and make-ahead convenience, these cupcakes are sure to become a cherished favorite in your festive baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 heaping tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tbsp meringue powder (for stability)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (to adjust frosting consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cupcake liners in a muffin pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 heaping tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 3/4 cup light brown sugar until fluffy. Add in 1/4 cup molasses and 1 egg.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
  5. Scoop batter into cupcake liners and bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For frosting, beat together 8 oz cream cheese and 1/2 cup unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add 4 cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and cinnamon until fluffy.
  7. Once cupcakes are cool, frost generously and enjoy!

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