These gingerbread cupcakes are delicious and sweet. They are perfect for a festive holiday dessert or for a special occasion. The gingerbread flavor is strong, but the cupcakes are also very moist and fluffy. ..
Spiced Gingerbread Cupcakes
Of all the beloved Christmas flavors, gingerbread’s probably the most iconic. Everything about it simply screams “Christmas!” These cupcakes are strong with gingerbread flavor that’s created by ingredients like brown sugar, molasses, ginger, nutmeg, and so much more. Besides the richly spiced gingerbread flavor, there’s another reason to obsess over these cupcakes – the moist, yet fluffy consistency! Although stores everywhere are stocked with boxed gingerbread cake mixes, they can’t hold a candle to this tried and true homemade recipe. If you like gingerbread, be sure to try this festive Gingerbread Cheesecake!
How to Make Gingerbread Cupcakes with Spiced White Chocolate Buttercream
Prepare by preheating the oven and lining muffin tins. Mix together all of the wet ingredients for the cupcakes, then add the brown sugar. In another bowl, mix together the dry ingredients. Slowly mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Divide the batter evenly amongst the tins. Bake, then cool. Make the frosting by first beating together the butter and powdered sugar. Add the remaining ingredients. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag, then frost the cupcakes, and enjoy!
Gingerbread Cupcakes Ingredients & Notes
Milk: Adds moisture to the cupcakes. Use whole milk for best results, but any milk (dairy or nondairy) will workVegetable Oil: Keeps these cupcakes soft. Molasses: A classic addition to gingerbread- make sure to use dark molasses. Eggs: Bind the cupcakes together so they don’t fall apart. Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the spices and molasses. Flour: All-purpose flour gives the cupcakes structure so they aren’t too wet. Make sure to measure using the spoon and level method!Baking Powder: Helps the cupcakes rise. Spices: Use a combination of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg to add quintessential gingerbread flavor to these cupcakes, but a pre-made gingerbread seasoning is also a great choice. Butter: Gives the icing structure – make sure it’s fully softened so you don’t end up with lumps in your frosting. Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the frosting and gives it structure. White Chocolate: Adds great flavor – leave it out for a classic spiced buttercream frosting.
Rich with real gingerbread flavor and topped with the sweetest, most decadent buttercream frosting, these festive desserts are always sure to satisfy. The most perfect cupcakes are equal parts fluffy, moist, and flavorful. This recipe definitely meets those descriptions!
What other frostings can I use for gingerbread cupcakes?
Cream cheese frosting is always a tasty choice!
What piping tip is best for this frosting?
All piping tips will get the job done. I tend to use Wilton piping tips, as they’re my favorite.
What can I use for gingerbread cupcake decorations?
A sprinkle of cinnamon always does the trick, but mini gingerbread men are a cute topping as well if you can find some! Perfectly baked gingerbread cupcakes with buttercream frosting are the best desserts for your next Christmastime gathering! If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
