Old-fashioned flavor comes through with the molasses, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg in these light, fluffy cupcakes. The mocha frosting is a fresh touch that makes them extra special. -Sarah Vaughan, Waterville, Maine
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 15 cupcakes.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and cocoa. Stir in the coffee, butter and vanilla until smooth. Frost cupcakes. Garnish with coffee beans and candies if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Masoud Kigura
[email protected]These cupcakes are a great way to use up leftover spices. I always have a few extra cloves and nutmeg lying around, and these cupcakes are the perfect way to use them up.
Paul Silas
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cupcakes are now my go-to dessert for potlucks and parties.
Ilargi Gómez Jiménez
[email protected]These cupcakes were the perfect addition to my holiday party. They were festive and delicious.
TN TOFICK HOOSIN
[email protected]I would definitely recommend these cupcakes to anyone who loves spice cake and mocha frosting.
Lilly Ochoa
[email protected]Overall, these cupcakes were a good experience. They were easy to make and the end result was delicious.
Maawia Ahmad
[email protected]These cupcakes were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. The frosting was delicious though.
Samadkhan Khankhan
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cupcakes turned out dry and crumbly. The frosting was also too sweet for my taste.
Santos Pandey
[email protected]These cupcakes are the perfect fall treat. The spices are warm and comforting, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and bitter.
Khateeb ullah safi Safi
[email protected]I've made these cupcakes several times and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The frosting is so rich and creamy.
Maytherose Gallimore
[email protected]The cupcakes were easy to make and turned out great! I used a chocolate ganache instead of the mocha frosting, and it was divine.
Kajol hlli
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spice cake, but these cupcakes were surprisingly good. The frosting was especially delicious.
Hugo Martinez
[email protected]These cupcakes were a hit at my party! The spice cake was moist and flavorful, and the mocha frosting was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making these again.