Lemon Frosted Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Lemon Frosted Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Top moist carrot cake cupcakes with bright and citrusy lemon frosting for a delectable spring treat.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
18 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
53 mins
Yield:
24 cupcakes
Servings:
24

Ingredients

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons lemon curd
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, divided
  • 2 teaspoons milk, or more as needed
  • Reynolds® StayBrite® Baking Cups
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup flaked coconut, toasted
  • 1 cup mini jelly beans or chocolate egg candies

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line muffin pans with 24 Reynolds® StayBrite® Baking Cups.

Step 2
Combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.

Step 3
Combine the carrots, oil, applesauce, egg, and vanilla in a medium bowl. Add carrot mixture to the flour mixture; mix just until combined. Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups.

Step 4
Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes in muffin pan. Transfer cupcakes to cooling rack; cool completely.

Step 5
Top with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting, reserving a small amount. Make "nests" with the coconut. Dip jelly beans or candy eggs slightly into extra frosting and then place in the "nests" to keep them in place.

Step 6
Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting: Combine cream cheese, butter, softened; and lemon curd in a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium to high speed until smooth. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar, beating well. Beat in 2 teaspoons milk. Gradually beat in another 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar. If necessary, beat in additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, to reach spreading consistency.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

262
Calories
9g
Fat
45g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 262
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 11%
Saturated Fat3g 15%
Cholesterol17mg 6%
Sodium130mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate45g 16%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars34g
Protein2g
Vitamin C1mg 3%
Calcium23mg 2%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium68mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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