Whip Up These Perfectly Spiced Gingerbread Cupcakes!

If you’re a fan of warm, cozy spices and that nostalgic holiday gingerbread flavor, these cupcakes will hit the spot! They're soft, tender, and perfectly spiced with just the right amount of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. The rich molasses gives them that deep, classic gingerbread taste, while the cream cheese frosting on top adds a sweet, tangy finish. This is the ideal dessert for a holiday party, a cozy night in, or simply whenever you crave the flavors of the season.
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Whip Up These Perfectly Spiced Gingerbread Cupcakes!

In this recipe, I’ve carefully balanced all the spices to make sure they shine without being overwhelming. These gingerbread cupcakes are not only easy to whip up, but they’ll also make your kitchen smell like pure holiday magic! Let’s dive into the recipe below to bring that holiday joy into your home. Trust me, these cupcakes are going to be your new favorite!

Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 12

Ingredients

For the Gingerbread Cupcakes:

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 12-count muffin tin with cupcake liners. This is key to ensure your cupcakes don’t stick to the pan and come out cleanly.

  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, allspice and salt. Set this mixture aside for later.

  3. Combine the Wet Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and dark brown sugar. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Next, add eggs (one at a time) and vanilla extract. Beat again until everything is fully combined.

  4. Add the Molasses and Milk

    Now, slowly pour in unsulphured molasses and whole milk or buttermilk. Mix on low speed until the mixture is well combined. Don’t worry if it looks a little curdled—this is normal!

  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

    Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed, making sure there are no dry spots.

  6. Fill and Bake

    Spoon the batter into your prepared cupcake liners, filling each one about 2/3 of the way full.

    Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

    Once baked, allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

  7. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

    While the cupcakes cool, let’s whip up that tangy frosting. In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter. Once smooth, gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon and salt. Beat on medium-high speed until the frosting is smooth, fluffy, and easily spreadable.

  8. Frost and Serve

    Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, it’s time to frost them! Use a piping bag for a decorative swirl or simply spread the frosting with a knife for a more rustic look.

    Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or even a mini gingerbread cookie if you're feeling extra festive!

  9. Enjoy!

    Serve these perfectly spiced gingerbread cupcakes at your next holiday gathering or cozy night in, and enjoy the compliments that are sure to follow!

Note

  • Lightly grease your measuring cup before adding molasses to prevent it from sticking and making cleanup easier.
  • Feel free to tweak the spice levels to your liking! Add more ginger for extra warmth or tone down the cloves if you prefer a milder flavor.
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