Pumpkin Carrot Cupcakes with Orange-Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Pumpkin Carrot Cupcakes with Orange-Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 25 s
Cook time: 25 s
Total time: 70 s
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 1 cup whole-wheat flour; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 3 teaspoons grated orange peeldivided; 1 can (15 ounces) LIBBY'S® 100% Pure Pumpkin; 4 large eggs; 2 cups grated carrots; 3/4 cup golden raisins; 4 ounces light cream cheese; 1 tablespoon buttersoftened; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugarsifted; Candied orange peel for garnish (optional)

LIBBY'S®

Level

Easy

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Servings

24 cupcakes

Pumpkin Carrot Cupcakes with Orange-Cream Cheese Frosting are perfect for spring celebrations! These delightful cupcakes feature a delicious orange-cream cheese frosting and a nutritious secret you can feel better about - pumpkin! That's right, pumpkin adds a powerful nutrition boost to your everyday meals and festive desserts.

Pumpkin Carrot Cupcakes with Orange-Cream Cheese Frosting bring together the sweet, earthy notes of pumpkin and carrots, creating a moist and flavorful base. Each cupcake is beautifully topped with a luscious orange-cream cheese frosting that adds a zesty finish. Made with LIBBY’S® 100% Pure Pumpkin, these pumpkin carrot cake cupcakes are an excellent choice for any celebration or easy baking project. You might also find the candied orange peel garnish adds an extra touch of festive charm.

When you experience these pumpkin carrot cupcakes, you're embracing a dessert that offers a uniquely delicious twist on the classic carrot cake. Ideal for springtime gatherings or any occasion where you want to indulge in something special, these carrot pumpkin cupcakes make an exceptional treat for both young and old.