Homemade Moist Carrot Cupcakes

These homemade moist carrot cupcakes are the perfect treat for any occasion. Made with fresh carrots and warm spices, these cupcakes are moist, fluffy, and full of flavor. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, they are sure to be a hit with friends and family!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting and enjoy!

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