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Gingerbread Cupcakes

Warm, spiced cupcakes that taste like the holidays — cozy, quick, and perfect for parties or an everyday treat.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup molasses
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until well combined.
  6. Divvy the batter among the cupcake liners, filling them two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for better consistency. Measure flour correctly for optimal texture.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: gingerbread, cupcakes, holiday desserts, spiced treats