SPICED CUPCAKES WITH CITRUS GLAZE

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Orange-flavored glaze tops these nicely spiced cupcakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cupcake Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pans
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
4 tablespoons orange juice
Food coloring (optional)

Steps:

  • Make cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. Lightly butter 48 mini-muffin cups. In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom.
  • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter and brown sugar on medium-high until light and fluffy, 3 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, scraping down sides of bowl as needed. With mixer on low, add flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with two additions milk and beating well after each addition.
  • Transfer batter by heaping tablespoonfuls to cups. Bake until golden brown at edges and a toothpick inserted in center of a cake comes out clean, 15 minutes, rotating pans once. Let cakes cool in pans, 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Make glaze: In a bowl, whisk together juice and confectioners' sugar until smooth; add 1 to 2 drops food coloring if desired. Spoon over cooled cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 1 g

wael ben moussa
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These cupcakes are very affordable to make, which is great for those on a budget.


Qaiser Yaqoob
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These cupcakes are quick and easy to make, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Dumbboi Stuff
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I'm not a big fan of sweet cupcakes, but these ones are surprisingly good. The spices and citrus glaze really balance out the sweetness.


Tiauna Jenkins
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I love making these cupcakes in the fall when citrus fruits are in season. The flavors are amazing!


Amgad Scorpion
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I made these cupcakes as a gift for my friends. They were so happy and loved them.


Cheryl Taylor
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These cupcakes are perfect for the holidays. They're festive and delicious, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Gabriel Ujong
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I made these cupcakes for my sister's baby shower. They were a big hit with all the guests.


Charles Shillington
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My kids love these cupcakes! They're always asking me to make them.


Mercedes Castellanos
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These cupcakes are always a hit at parties. They're festive and delicious, and they're easy to transport.


Parbesh Khadka
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I added some chopped nuts to the batter for a little extra crunch. It was a nice touch.


Malik Luqman
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I reduced the amount of sugar in the glaze to make these cupcakes a little healthier. They were still plenty sweet, but not too over-the-top.


Jannatun khalamma
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I made these cupcakes vegan by using plant-based milk and butter. They were still moist and flavorful.


Kizzyann Williams
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I made these cupcakes gluten-free by using gluten-free flour. They turned out just as good as the regular version.


E_feanyi
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These cupcakes were easy to make, even for a beginner like me. They turned out beautifully and tasted delicious.


omar mastan
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The citrus glaze is the perfect complement to the spiced cupcakes. It's tart and tangy, and it really brightens up the flavor.


Madison Manicdao
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The spices in these cupcakes really shine through. I love the warm and cozy flavor they add.


KT Konter
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These cupcakes are so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. I've made them for parties, bake sales, and even just for a sweet treat at home.


DJ Neptune
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I love the combination of spices and citrus in these cupcakes. They're moist and flavorful, and the glaze is to die for!


Emmanuel Annan
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These cupcakes were a hit at my daughter's birthday party! The citrus glaze added the perfect amount of sweetness and tanginess.