15+ Christmas Gingerbread Cupcakes Recipe Delight In These Amazing Recipes!
Published on: Apr 17, 2024
If you're looking for a festive and delicious treat to add to your holiday menu, look no further than these mouth-watering Christmas gingerbread cupcakes. This recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and spreading some holiday cheer to your friends and family. The warm spices of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg combined with the rich and creamy frosting will have everyone coming back for seconds. So let's get baking and add a touch of gingerbread magic to your Christmas celebration!
Main Ingredients: Cake Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Unsalted
Get into the holiday spirit with these delicious Christmas cupcakes! These festive treats are the perfect addition to any holiday gathering or simply as a sweet treat for yourself. With a hint of cinnamon and a touch of peppermint, these cupcakes are sure to bring joy to your taste buds. So gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up some Christmas magic!
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Gingerbread Cupcake With Cinnamon Frosting
Main Ingredients: Flour, Light Brown Sugar, Baking Soda, Baking Powder
If you're a fan of gingerbread, then you'll love these cupcakes! The warm, spiced flavor of gingerbread combined with a creamy cinnamon frosting will have you feeling like you're indulging in a gingerbread house. These cupcakes are the perfect treat to enjoy while watching your favorite Christmas movie or snuggled up by the fire.
If you want to take your gingerbread game to the next level, try making a Christmas gingerbread cake! This moist and flavorful cake is a showstopper at any holiday gathering. Top it off with a dusting of powdered sugar and some festive holiday sprinkles for the ultimate Christmas dessert.
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Gingerbread Cookies
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Ground Ginger
No Christmas is complete without a batch of traditional gingerbread cookies. These classic cookies are a must-try for any gingerbread lover. Use festive cookie cutters to create fun shapes and decorate with icing and sprinkles for a fun and delicious activity with the family.
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Best Gingerbread Cupcake
Main Ingredients: Flour, Brown Sugar, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Ginger
If you're a self-proclaimed gingerbread connoisseur, then you have to try these gingerbread cupcakes. Moist, flavorful, and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are a game-changer. Plus, they're perfect for decorating with festive holiday designs.
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Snowy Gingerbread Christmas Trees
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Unbleached Flour, Dark Brown Sugar, Ground
If you're looking for a fun and creative way to use your gingerbread cookie cutters, try making these snowy gingerbread Christmas trees. With a dusting of powdered sugar "snow" and some edible decorations, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Plus, they make for a fun and tasty DIY gift for friends and family.
Looking for a sweet and salty snack to munch on during the holidays? Look no further than Christmas crack. With a base of saltine crackers, covered in a layer of melted chocolate and topped with festive holiday M&Ms, this treat is dangerously addictive. Package it up in cute holiday containers for a homemade gift idea.
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Classic Gingerbread Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Brown Sugar, Molasses, Egg, Vanilla
If you're in the mood for a classic gingerbread cookie, this recipe is for you. Simple and traditional, these cookies are a must-have for any holiday cookie exchange or for leaving out for Santa on Christmas Eve. Be sure to double the batch because they'll be gone in no time.
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Christmas Morning Wife Saver
Main Ingredients: Bread, Ham, Cheddar Cheese, Large Eggs, Black Pepper
Don't feel like cooking a big breakfast on Christmas morning? This make-ahead breakfast casserole, known as Christmas Morning Wife Saver, has got you covered. Loaded with sausage, eggs, cheese, and bread, this hearty dish will keep you full and satisfied while you open presents. Plus, it's super easy to make and can be prepared the night before.
Get into the holiday spirit with this festive and refreshing Christmas Grinch Juice. Made with green sherbet, lemon-lime soda, and a splash of pineapple juice, this drink is a hit with both kids and adults. Serve it up in a fun holiday-themed glass for an extra touch of Christmas cheer.
Add some sparkle to your holiday with these Christmas light cupcakes. With a simple vanilla cupcake base and a colorful buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are a fun and festive treat. Top them off with edible silver balls to mimic holiday lights.
Need a break from all the heavy holiday food? This Christmas salad is the perfect light and refreshing option. Loaded with greens, cranberries, and pecans, this salad is a rainbow of festive colors and flavors. Plus, it's a great way to balance out all the indulgent treats.
We can't get enough of this sweet and salty snack! Christmas crack is so easy to make and the perfect treat to have on hand for unexpected holiday guests. You can even mix things up by using different types of chocolate and toppings like crushed candy canes or chopped nuts.
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Gingerbread Cupcake (Baking with Kids)
Main Ingredients: Flour, Molasses, Buttermilk, Sugar, Unsalted Butter
Looking for a fun and simple holiday baking project to do with the kids? These gingerbread cupcakes are the perfect option. Let the little ones help mix the batter and decorate the cupcakes with frosting and sprinkles. It's a great way to get them involved in the holiday festivities.
No holiday is complete without a batch of classic sugar cookies. These cookies are easy to make and perfect for decorating with colorful icing and sprinkles. Get creative and let your inner artist shine while making these festive treats.
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Christmas Peppermint Meringue Swirls
Main Ingredients: Egg Whites, Cream Of Tartar, Sugar, Peppermint Extract
These festive meringue swirls are a light and airy treat with a hint of peppermint. They're a great alternative for those who want something sweet but not too heavy. Plus, the red and white swirls make them perfect for Christmas.
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Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Pizza Bread
Main Ingredients: Finely Grated Parmesan Reggiano Cheese, Pizza Dough
Looking for a fun and savory holiday treat? This Christmas tree pull-apart pizza bread is a crowd-pleaser. With layers of cheese, pepperoni, and pizza sauce, this bread is both delicious and visually appealing. It's the perfect appetizer for any holiday gathering.
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Red Velvet Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Canola Oil, Granulated Sugar, Light
Red velvet is a classic holiday flavor and these cupcakes are no exception. The rich and decadent cupcakes are topped with a cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of red sugar for a festive touch. Bring them to your next holiday party and watch them disappear.
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Gingerbread Bundt Cake
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Canola Oil, Dark Brown Sugar, Vanilla
If you want to impress your holiday guests, try making this stunning gingerbread bundt cake. The moist and flavorful cake is drizzled with a warm caramel sauce and topped with whipped cream and gingerbread cookies for a show-stopping dessert. It's sure to be the talk of the party.
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Classic Holiday Gingerbread Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Granulated Sugar, Light Brown Sugar
Last but not least, we couldn't leave out the classic holiday gingerbread cookie. Soft and chewy with just the right amount of spice, these cookies are the epitome of Christmas. Bake a batch and share them with loved ones for a truly festive treat.
Ingredients You'll Need
Batter:
Flour
Baking powder
Baking soda
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Ginger
Salt
Butter
Brown sugar
Eggs
Molasses
Milk
Frosting:
Cream cheese
Butter
Confectioner's sugar
Vanilla extract
Food coloring (optional)
Directions
1. Preheat Your Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a separate larger bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the Eggs and Molasses
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the molasses.
5. Alternate Adding the Dry Ingredients and Milk
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until everything is well combined.
6. Fill the Cupcake Liners
Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
7. Bake and Cool
Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool completely before frosting.
8. Make the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add in the confectioner's sugar and vanilla extract until well combined. For a festive touch, you can add a few drops of food coloring to the frosting.
9. Frost and Decorate
Once the cupcakes are cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting. You can decorate them with some gingerbread cookies, cinnamon sticks, or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top for an extra touch of holiday flavor.
Now sit back, relax, and enjoy these delicious Christmas gingerbread cupcakes with your loved ones. Happy holidays!
