Golden Glow Cupcakes
Elevate your dessert game with these enchanting Golden Glow Cupcakes—where flavor meets sophistication! Infused with the earthy warmth of turmeric and a hint of cinnamon, these moist, buttery cupcakes deliver a subtly spiced twist on a classic treat. Sweetened with a touch of honey, they boast a natural golden hue that's as beautiful as it is delicious. The creamy frosting, made with powdered sugar, heavy cream, and a splash of vanilla, can be enhanced with an extra dash of turmeric for a luminous finish. Perfect for celebrations or cozy afternoons, these cupcakes not only look stunning but also offer the comforting, aromatic flavors of fall-inspired spices. Easy to make in just under 40 minutes, they’re a show-stopping addition to any dessert table! Keywords: golden cupcakes, spiced cupcakes, turmeric desserts, cinnamon cupcakes, easy cupcake recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground turmeric (for frosting, optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, turmeric, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the honey, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients and mix just until combined (do not overmix).
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting by whisking the powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and optional turmeric in a bowl until the consistency is smooth and spreadable.
Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the prepared frosting using a piping bag or an offset spatula.
Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon or edible gold dust on top for decoration.
Serve and enjoy your warm, golden glow cupcakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.8 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.4 g | 377% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 1492 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 516.6 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 367.7 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
