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If you are looking for the PERFECT carrot cake cupcake recipe, you\u2019re in the right place. These cupcakes are super moist but tender and fluffy, and each one is topped with a silky smooth cream cheese frosting. With the perfect ratio of shredded carrots and warm spices, these cupcakes are rich in both flavor and texture making them your new go-to carrot cupcake recipe.<\/p>\n

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How to make homemade carrot cake cupcakes<\/h2>\n

What I love about this recipe is just how easy it is to make. The batter is mixed together all in one bowl and all by hand. To ensure yours turn out just right, here are a few things to keep in mind:<\/p>\n

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  1. Shredded Carrots<\/strong> \u2013 First, try to use organic carrots if you can. I find they have a much stronger flavor and are just a tad bit sweeter. Then, wash and peel the carrots before shredding. Shred using the smallest holes on a box grater as these tiny shreds will blend seamlessly into the batter. <\/li>\n
  2. Flour<\/strong> \u2013 Spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it off with a flat edge. Don\u2019t scoop directly in to your flour bag or container and don\u2019t shake it or pack it down in to the cup. This will leave you with way too much flour and thus a dense and dry cake. <\/li>\n
  3. Mixing<\/strong> \u2013 Don\u2019t over mix. As soon as the batter has fully come together, stop mixing. Over mixing can lead to a sunken-in cupcake. <\/li>\n
  4. Filling<\/strong> \u2013 Only fill the cupcake liners about 3\/4 full. Any more and the centers of the cakes will collapse in the oven. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Once the cakes are baked, allow them to cool inside the pan for 20-30 minutes. This makes it much easier to lift the cakes out as they won\u2019t be as delicate when cooled. Then, allow the cakes to cool on a cooling rack before frosting. Do not add frosting until the cakes are completely cooled, otherwise the frosting will slide right off. <\/p>\n

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    Carrot cake substitutions you can and cannot make<\/h2>\n

    As always, I recommend sticking to the original recipe as this is the EXACT recipe I tested myself. But if there are certain foods you can\u2019t eat or you want to use what you already have on hand, here are the swaps you can make:<\/p>\n

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    1. Flour \u2013 If you want a gluten free cupcake, you can use a good quality 1-to-1 gluten free baking flour<\/a> that has xanthan gum in the blend. I haven\u2019t tested it, but I would assume these cupcakes would turn out just as good. Just expect a more dense texture. <\/li>\n
    2. Oil \u2013 You can swap with any mild-flavored oil like avocado or melted coconut oil. You can try swapping with melted butter but I have not tested it. Unsweetened applesauce might also work but again, I have not tested this myself.<\/li>\n
    3. Brown Sugar \u2013 I use light brown sugar in these cupcakes, but you can use dark brown sugar if it\u2019s all you have on hand. The cupcakes might just turn out a bit darker. <\/li>\n
    4. Eggs \u2013 I haven\u2019t tested this, but you can try swapping the eggs with a flax egg. Use 1 flax egg of every egg. 1 flax egg = 1 tbsp ground flax mixed with 2 tbsp water. Let it sit for 10 minutes to gel before use. <\/li>\n
    5. Greek Yogurt \u2013 You can also use sour cream. You can try using milk as well but again, I have not tested this. For the best results, use buttermilk or a homemade buttermilk which is 1\/2 cup of milk mixed with 1.5 tsp vinegar. Let it curdle for 5 minutes before use. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Can I use olive oil instead of vegetable oil in carrot cake?<\/h2>\n

      Yes BUT, just know that this will create a slight change of taste to these cupcakes. If you love the flavor of olive oil, then this swap shouldn\u2019t be a problem. But if you want a true and pure carrot cake flavor, stick with a mild-flavored oil like vegetable oil.<\/p>\n

      If you prefer not to use vegetable oil at all, I recommend melted coconut oil or grapeseed oil.<\/p>\n

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      How to decorate carrot cake cupcakes<\/h2>\n

      Each carrot cupcake is topped with a dollop of homemade cream cheese frosting. It\u2019s the perfect pairing to these carrot cupcakes as it\u2019s slightly tangy in contrast to the sweet and spiced cakes. <\/p>\n

      You can choose to pipe the frosting on top using a piping bag and a large tip, or you can create these homemade bakery-style swirls shown here. For the swirls, dollop a few spoonfuls of frosting on top of the cupcake. With the cupcake in one hand and a small offset spatula<\/a> in the other, spread the cream cheese out to the edges of the cupcake while maintaining a cone-like shape in the center. <\/p>\n

      Once you\u2019ve created a cone on top of the cupcake, use your spatula to press into the center of the cone as you rotate the cupcake in your hand. Work the frosting outwards and then pull in to get the center swirl. Once you\u2019ve reached the center, pull straight up to finish off the swirl. <\/p>\n

      Then hold your spatula vertically and run it all around the edge of the cupcake to clean up the sides. <\/p>\n

      Top each cupcake with a generous helping of finely chopped walnuts. You can use walnuts or pecans, whichever you prefer. Otherwise, you can leave the cupcakes as is without any toppings. <\/p>\n

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      How to store carrot cake cupcakes<\/h2>\n

      Once complete, store the cupcakes in an air tight container in the refrigerator. The cream cheese frosting is fairly soft, so you want to keep it cold. Then let the cupcakes come up to room temperature before serving. They should keep for up to 5 days. <\/p>\n

      Can I cut the recipe in half?<\/h2>\n

      Yes, for a smaller batch cut the recipe in half to make about 7 cupcakes. Just make sure you only fill each one about 3\/4 full. All the measurements should be easy to halve, but here\u2019s a couple tricky ones:<\/p>\n