Lulu's Carrot Cupcakes

Light, moist, and bursting with flavor, Lulu's Carrot Cupcakes are a delightful twist on a classic dessert. Featuring a perfect blend of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, sweet grated carrots, and a hint of tropical crushed pineapple, these cupcakes offer a balance of texture and taste that is sure to impress. The optional addition of chopped walnuts adds a delightful crunch, while a velvety cream cheese frosting provides the perfect finishing touch. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is easy to follow and yields 12 perfectly portioned treats ideal for any occasion. Whether you're baking for a family gathering, a special celebration, or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, these carrot cupcakes are guaranteed to be a hit. Perfect for fans of classic carrot cake, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.5 cups Grated carrots
• 0.5 cup Crushed pineapple (drained)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until fully combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and optional chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

While the cupcakes cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting. Beat the cream cheese and softened butter together in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 11

Add the vanilla extract and beat the frosting until light and fluffy.

Step 12

Spread or pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped walnuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy these delightful carrot cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1672.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6313.7

Total Fat 382.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 104.2g
Cholesterol 859.4mg	0%
Sodium 2694.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 704.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 539.3g
Protein 58.7g	0%

Vitamin D 140.3IU	0%
Calcium 528.6mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 1542.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 43.4%