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Carrot Pineapple Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Moist and warmly spiced carrot pineapple cupcakes topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup finely shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup caramel topping (for drizzling, optional)
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Make a well in the center and add the oil, beaten eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in the shredded carrots, crushed pineapple, raisins, and nuts if using. Mix gently until distributed.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about 3/4 full with batter.
  6. Bake for 15 to 16 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack until completely cool.
  8. Beat the softened butter, powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon salt until fluffy for the frosting.
  9. Add the cream cheese gradually and beat until smooth.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes, drizzle with caramel if desired, and sprinkle with chopped pecans for garnish.

Notes

Make sure cream cheese and butter are fully softened for a smooth frosting.

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Keywords: carrot cupcakes, pineapple cupcakes, dessert, sweet treats

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