Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of Golden Ginger and Molasses Cupcakes, where aromatic spices and rich sweetness create an unforgettable treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup unsulfured molasses
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about three minutes on medium speed.
- Add Eggs and Molasses: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the molasses until fully combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while alternating with milk. Start with the dry ingredients and finish with them to maintain fluffiness.
- Bake: Spoon the batter into prepared muffin tins, filling each liner about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Cool and Serve: Allow cupcakes to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 34mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped crystallized ginger or a pinch of nutmeg. To customize your cupcakes, you can fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts before baking.