Festive Gingerbread Cupcakes Holiday (Print-Friendly Version)
Treat yourself to these winter gingerbread cupcakes, perfect for holiday get-togethers. Aromatic spices, smooth frosting, and pretty garnishes make them a Christmas party must-have. Save & click.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Cupcake Batter
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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3/4 cup milk
→ Frosting
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
# How to Make It:
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Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Put paper liners in your muffin tin spots.
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Mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt in a bowl until everything's well blended.
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Beat the butter and brown sugar in another bowl till it's fluffy. Drop in the egg and mix it up good. Add milk and keep mixing until it looks smooth.
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Slowly add your dry stuff to your wet mix, stirring just enough to blend it all. Don't stir too much. Fill each lined muffin cup with the same amount of batter.
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Pop them in the oven for 30 to 45 minutes. They're done when you stick a toothpick in the middle and it comes out clean. Let them cool down completely on a wire rack.
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Whip the softened butter in a bowl until it's creamy. Slowly mix in the powdered sugar, then add vanilla and heavy cream. Keep beating till your frosting gets light and fluffy.
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After your cupcakes have totally cooled down, put the frosting on top. Add any decorations you want.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Try topping each treat with tiny gingerbread cookies or holly for a holiday touch. A light sprinkle of cinnamon or powdered sugar makes them look snowy. Gold sprinkles can make them look fancy too.