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Easy Carrot Cake Cupcakes: A Delightful Treat for Everyone

Easy Carrot Cake Cupcakes
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Delicious and moist carrot cake cupcakes topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 package cream cheese frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another large bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well blended.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts or pecans.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add raisins or coconut to the batter.
  • Make sure to mix the batter gently to avoid overmixing.

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