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A close-up side view of gingerbread cupcakes with cream cheese frosting.
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Gingerbread Cupcakes

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 250
Delight in these spiced gingerbread cupcakes topped with creamy frosting, perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup hot water

Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • Mix dry ingredients; beat butter and sugar, add molasses and egg.
  • Combine wet and dry, add hot water until smooth, fill liners, and bake 18–20 mins.
  • Cool cupcakes; beat cream cheese and butter, add powdered sugar and vanilla for frosting.
  • Frost cupcakes and decorate as desired.

Notes

Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gingerbread