Carrot Cupcakes with Orange Icing

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Carrot Cupcakes with Orange Icing
1500 min.
12
255kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Carrot Cupcakes with Orange Icing, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! These moist and fluffy cupcakes are not only vegetarian and dairy-free, but they also pack a punch of vibrant flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. The combination of freshly grated carrots and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger creates a comforting base, while the zesty orange icing adds a refreshing twist that elevates these cupcakes to a whole new level.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress. With a preparation time of just 1500 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch for a gathering of 12 people, making them an ideal choice for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings. Each cupcake is a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, with a caloric content of 255 kcal per serving, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free dessert.

As you dive into the process of making these scrumptious treats, you'll find joy in the simple act of baking. From grating the carrots to whisking together the ingredients, every step is a chance to connect with the art of cooking. And don’t forget the finishing touch—a garnish of candied carrot curls that not only looks stunning but also adds a delightful crunch. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible Carrot Cupcakes with Orange Icing that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 12 servings carrots 
  • medium carrots 
  • 1.3 cups powdered sugar 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg grated
  • tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • 0.8 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • muffin liners
  • box grater

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Line muffin cups with paper liners.
  2. Coarsely grate enough carrots to measure 2 cups using large teardrop holes of a box grater.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  4. Whisk together oil, eggs, brown sugar, grated carrots, and vanilla in a large bowl, then stir in flour mixture until just combined.
  5. Divide batter among muffin cups and bake until golden and a wooden pick inserted into center of a cupcake comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
  6. Cool in pan on a rack 10 minutes.
  7. Remove cupcakes from pan and cool completely on rack, about 1 hour more.
  8. Sift confectioners sugar into a bowl.
  9. Whisk in zest and 2 tablespoons juice until smooth. If icing is too thick, add more juice, 1 teaspoon at a time. Dip top of each cupcake into icing, letting excess drip off. Put a carrot curl on top of each and let icing set, about 15 minutes.
  10. Cupcakes, without
  11. Garnish, can be made and iced 1 day ahead, then kept in 1 layer in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein6.21%
Fat14.88%
Carbs78.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.31
Glycemic Load
11.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.083043481993%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:255.2kcal
12.76%
Fat:4.3g
6.61%
Saturated Fat:0.87g
5.45%
Carbohydrates:51.26g
17.09%
Net Carbohydrates:48.36g
17.58%
Sugar:34.39g
38.21%
Cholesterol:46.5mg
15.5%
Sodium:325.68mg
14.16%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:4.03g
8.07%
Vitamin A:14162.8IU
283.26%
Vitamin K:16.28µg
15.51%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.13%
Selenium:9.57µg
13.67%
Folate:51.6µg
12.9%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.41%
Fiber:2.91g
11.63%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11%
Potassium:336.9mg
9.63%
Vitamin B3:1.81mg
9.03%
Calcium:84.31mg
8.43%
Phosphorus:83.68mg
8.37%
Iron:1.43mg
7.94%
Vitamin C:6.51mg
7.9%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.71%
Vitamin E:0.93mg
6.17%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.21%
Magnesium:17.57mg
4.39%
Copper:0.08mg
4.1%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.26%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.85%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.67%
Source:Epicurious