You’ll also love these Air Fryer Gingerbread Cookies, Christmas Tree Cupcakes, and Instant Pot Eggnog Cheesecake. Suitable for vegetarian diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points. Gingerbread, a Christmastime essential, is made by combining molasses with ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves taking the pumpkin spice of fall to a deeper, richer level that’s just right for this time of year. Biting into one of these cupcakes feels like curling up in a flannel blanket by a crackling fire. Cupcakes are perfect for gift giving because you can divide the batch between several people saving time and money. Who wouldn’t appreciate a tasty and beautiful edible gift? Plus, they are easy to make, so your kids can get involved in the baking and decorating process. #holidaybakingfun
Why You’ll ♡ These
Warm and Comforting – Molasses and spices make these cupcakes a comforting treat.Perfect for Gifting – Place a few gingerbread cupcakes into a cute box and give them to anyone who deserves a special treat this Christmas.Pantry Staple Recipe – You probably have all of these ingredients in your pantry.Fun and Easy for Kids – Invite your kids into the kitchen for a fun baking day!
Tools Needed
Mixing bowl.Measuring cups and spoons.Bakeware.Kitchen utensils.
Ready to make this ginger cupcake recipe? Gather up your ingredients and I will show you…
How To Make Gingerbread Cupcakes
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Combine flour, spices, baking powder and salt in a small bowl and set aside.In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Then add the eggs, oil, and vanilla and combine them before folding in the molasses.Alternate adding in the dry ingredients and the buttermilk until everything is just combined.Divide the batter between 12 cupcake liners.Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
How To Make Spiced Buttercream
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Using the paddle attachment in a mixer beat the butter until smooth and creamy.Add half the sugar and the spices, continuing to mix.Add the remaining sugar.Add the vanilla and cream scraping down the sides as needed.Mix until light and fluffy.Frost cupcakes after they have cooled.
Expert Tips
For the best results, use room temperature ingredients. Set the milk, butter, and eggs on the counter about an hour in advance.Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.If you don’t have a piping bag, put the frosting in a zip-top bag and snip off a corner to frost.
Delicious Variations
Top them off: sprinkle tops with crushed gingersnaps or pieces of candied ginger.Add some crunch: mix nuts like pecans or walnuts into the batter. Make them filled: pipe frosting into the center of the baked cupcakes.
Prep Ahead and Storage
Prep Ahead – These cupcakes will taste their best on the day they are made but you can certainly bake them a couple of days in advance and store until needed.Storage – Store in an airtight container inside the fridge for 4-5 days. Let the cupcakes come to room temperature (about an hour) before serving.Freeze – Tightly wrap unfrosted cupcakes and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. Buttercream frosting can be stored in the freezer for 3 months in an airtight container.
FAQs
Can I Make Mini Cupcakes With This Recipe?
Yes, you can spread the love even further by making mini cupcakes. This recipe will make about 32 mini gingerbread cupcakes.
Serving Suggestions
Instant Pot Eggnog.Crockpot Hot Chocolate.Festive Punch.
More Holiday Recipes You May Like
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies.Hot Chocolate Bombs.Easy Christmas Shortbread Cookies.Crockpot Christmas Candy.Melted Snowman Cookies.Christmas Light Cookies.
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