Gingerbread Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients and Weight:

For Cupcakes:

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (180g)
• Ground ginger: 2 tablespoons (20g)
• Ground cinnamon: 2 tablespoons (20g)
• Ground cloves: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Ground nutmeg: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (2g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (113g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Large egg: 1
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Milk: 1/2 cup (120ml)

For Cream Cheese Frosting:

• Cream cheese, softened: 8 ounces (226g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 4 tablespoons (56g)
• Powdered sugar: 1 cup (120g)
• Vanilla extract: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 18-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

For Cupcakes:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 8 paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
4. Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
5. Fill muffin liners about 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

For Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until frosting is light and fluffy.
3. Stir in vanilla extract.

Assembly:

1. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
2. Pipe or spread cream cheese frosting on top of cupcakes.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories per cupcake: 220
• Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and flavorful gingerbread cupcakes
• Creamy and tangy cream cheese frosting
• Themed around cream cheese for a rich and indulgent flavor
• Suitable for American taste preferences

User Comments:

• "These cupcakes were the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The cream cheese frosting was so creamy and delicious."
• "I loved the fact that these cupcakes were so easy to make. They turned out perfectly and everyone at my party loved them."
• "These cupcakes were a hit with my family. They're definitely going to become a regular in my recipe rotation."
• "The gingerbread cupcakes were moist and fluffy, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect topping. I would highly recommend these cupcakes to anyone."
• "These cupcakes are so delicious and festive. They're perfect for the holidays or any other special occasion."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use softened butter for both the cupcakes and the frosting to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
• Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
• Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.