Maple Carrot Cupcakes Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup canola oil
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 3 cups grated carrots (about 6 medium)
• FROSTING:
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Walnuts, optional