Ingredients
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 tablespoons milk (if needed)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg.
In a large bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts (if using).
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the cream cheese frosting, beat together softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until well combined. Stir in vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.
Serve the Carrot Cake Cupcakes and enjoy!
Notes
These Carrot Cake Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of carrot cake with the convenience of individual servings. Moist, spiced, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, they’re perfect for any celebration or just because. Enjoy baking and sharing these scrumptious cupcakes!