Ingredients
– 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 2 heaping teaspoons ground ginger
– 1 teaspoon cinnamon
– A 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)
– 2 cups powdered sugar
– 2 tablespoons meringue powder
– 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
– 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 2 teaspoons ground ginger
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/3 cup unsulfured molasses
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
– 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese (room temperature)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
– 4 cups powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– A pinch of salt
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2-Whisk together the dry ingredients in a bowl.
3-Cream the butter and sugar, then add wet ingredients.
4-Alternate adding dry and wet mixtures to the batter.
5-For adaptations, replace butter with coconut oil for vegan options.
6-Divide batter into liners, filling about two-thirds full.
7-Bake for 18-22 minutes and cool on a wire rack.
Last Step:
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🎯 Measure ingredients carefully; spoon flour into cup without packing for best texture.
🍰 Whip butter and sugar until pale and fluffy to incorporate air and improve rise.
🔄 Alternate adding wet and dry ingredients to keep batter light and airy for a creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake with frosting and cookie