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  • King Carrot Cupcakes

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    King Carrot Cupcakes
    Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Servings: 6
    by Salad Foodie
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    King-size, jumbo, giant - whatever you call these cupcakes, they are the colossal dessert treats for parties and special events. This carrot cake recipe makes 1 9-inch layer cake, or sufficient batter for 6 king-size cupcakes. This is ideal for small family birthday platters (see photos); or double the recipe to make a 2-layer cake or 12 king size cupcakes. They keep well covered in fridge for several days - but who can keep out of 'em?

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 1/2 cups finely shredded carrots
    • 1/3 cup cooking oil
    • 3-ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 1/4 cup butter, softened
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 1/4 to 2 1/3 cups sifted powdered sugar
    • 1/2 cup toasted finely chopped pecans

    Directions

    1. Line king size muffin pan with paper bake cups. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    2. In a medium size mixing bowl combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon stirring well.
    3. In a small bowl beat eggs then stir in vanilla, carrots and oil. Add egg mixture to flour mixture, stirring with a spoon until combined.
    4. Divide batter among lined muffin cups, filling 3/4 to 7/8 full.
    5. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean inserted in center.
    6. Cool on wire rack 5 minutes, then remove gently from muffin cups and cool thoroughly on rack.
    7. Frost with cream cheese frosting and sprinkle with pecans.
    8. FROSTING: Beat cream cheese with butter and vanilla using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add 1 cup of the powdered sugar, beating well. Gradually beat in sufficient amount of remaining powdered sugar to make frosting that is smooth consistency to spread.
    9. Store cupcakes covered in fridge.

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    Comments

    • Smokinhotchef
      Smokinhotchef
      YUMMY! These cupcakes look fantastic and the recipe is well written. Thanks for sharing!
      • ShaleeDP
        ShaleeDP
        That looks nice. Carrot cakes and cupcakes are yummy and kids enjoy it when i make them. Thank you for this recipe.

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