Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with colorful cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional cloves.
- In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, neutral oil, plain yogurt, and vanilla extract; blend until creamy.
- Fold the finely grated carrots into the wet mixture until evenly coated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet carrot mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into prepared cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter until fluffy, add sifted powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously, sprinkle crushed chocolate cookies on top, and decorate with candy carrots and greenery.
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Notes
These cupcakes are customizable and kid-friendly, perfect for any gathering.
