Carrot Cake Cupcakes Recipe 
Delight in these moist and flavorful Carrot Cake Cupcakes, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes bring the classic taste of carrot cake in a perfectly portioned form!
Ingredients for Carrot Cake Cupcakes:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
2 large eggs, room temperature
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup vegetable or canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8.25 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1 ½ cups peeled and finely grated carrots
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Ingredients for Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3½ –4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
Prepare for Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 12-count muffin tin with paper liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat eggs with both sugars. Stir in oil, vanilla, pineapple, carrots, and walnuts (if using).
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until combined.
Bake: Fill cupcake liners four-fifths full with batter. Bake for 25-27 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
Make Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add vanilla and gradually beat in powdered sugar until creamy. Adjust sugar to achieve desired consistency.
Decorate: Spoon frosting into a piping bag and pipe onto cooled cupcakes. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
Notes:
Use cupcake liners to prevent sticking.
Grate carrots with a box grater for the best texture.
Allow ingredients for frosting to reach room temperature for smoother mixing.
Store frosted cupcakes in the refrigerator.
Enjoy your Carrot Cake Cupcakes, a bite-sized treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
