Carrot Cake Cupcakes: The Best Easy Recipe for Sweet Indulgence
Deliciously moist and perfectly spiced, these Carrot Cake Cupcakes are the ultimate sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, then fold in the grated carrots and walnuts.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Allow to cool before frosting as desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add raisins or pineapple.
- Top with cream cheese frosting for a classic taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Carrot Cake Cupcakes, Sweet, Indulgence, Dessert, Baking