Bite-Size Ginger Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Bite-Size Ginger Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces cake flour, sifted (1 cup plus 3 tblsps); 1 teaspoon ground ginger; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon baking soda; ⅛ teaspoon baking powder; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; ⅔ cup white sugar; ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 inch cube fresh ginger, finely grated; 2 teaspoons lemon zest, lightly packed, finely grated; 1 large egg, at room temperature; ½ cup sour cream, at room temperature, do not use low-fat; ¼ cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped

Servings: persons

4 ounces cake flour, sifted (1 cup plus 3 tblsps)
1 teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
⅛ teaspoon baking powder
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
⅔ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 inch cube fresh ginger, finely grated
2 teaspoons lemon zest, lightly packed, finely grated
1 large egg, at room temperature
½ cup sour cream, at room temperature, do not use low-fat
¼ cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped

1
Line 3 miniature muffin pans (12 cups each) with paper cupcake liners.
2
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
3
Sift flour, ground ginger, nutmeg, salt, baking soda and baking powder all together in a bowl.
4
Put the butter in a medium size bowl, beat until smooth.
5
Add half of the sugar, vanilla, grated ginger and lemon zest, beat until fluffy.
6
Gradually add remaining sugar and beat until well blended.
7
Add the egg and beat until batter is very smooth.
8
Add 1/3 of the flour mixture and stir gently only until incorporated.
9
Repeat with half the remaining flour and the rest of the sour cream, ending with the last of the flour.
10
Stir in the crystallized ginger.
11
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin pans, fill about 3/4 full.
12
Arrange pans on rack in centre of the oven.
13
Bake until pale golden, approximately 15-20 minutes.
14
Remove from oven, let cool in tins on wire racks for 5 minutes, remove cupcakes and allow to cool completely on racks.
15
Frost with a heaping teaspoonful of your favourite Lemon-Cream Cheese Frosting.
16
Garnish with chopped crystallized ginger or tiny strips of lemon zest or candied flowers.

512

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces cake flour, sifted (1 cup plus 3 tblsps), 1 teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Bite-Size Ginger Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bite-Size Ginger Cupcakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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