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Gingerbread Man Cupcakes: Easy Holiday Treats for Everyone

Gingerbread Man Cupcakes

Delightful gingerbread man cupcakes that bring holiday cheer to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool before frosting them.

Notes

  • For a fun twist, decorate with icing to create gingerbread man faces.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

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