Mini carrot cupcakes with cream

Ingredients:

For sprinkling:

• 1 medium carrot, peeled
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar

For the test:

• 1.5 tbsp. grated carrots
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/4 cups premium flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sliced ​​almonds
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 3 large eggs
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil

For the cream:

• 230 g butter cream cheese, knead
• 2.5 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp (30 g) butter at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp almond extract

Preparation:

1. Prepare candied carrots: Using a vegetable peeler, cut the carrots into long, wide strips, then cut into long strips.
   
   Combine granulated sugar and 3/4 cup water in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, add carrots, and cook over medium heat until softened, about 10 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
   
   Place the carrots in spirals on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 120°C for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
2. Increase the temperature to 180°C. Line two mini baking pans with 24 paper liners.
3. Prepare the flour mixture: In a food processor, combine flour, almonds, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and pepper.
4. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, mix the grated carrots with the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the flour mixture.
5. Prepare the cupcakes: Divide the batter between the mini molds, filling them three-quarters full.
   
   Bake for 10-15 minutes, then insert a toothpick into the center to check for doneness. It should come out clean. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Then remove the cupcakes from the pans and cool completely.
6. Meanwhile, prepare the cream: Using a mixer, beat the powdered sugar, cream cheese, and butter until fluffy. Stir in the lemon juice and almond extract.
   
   Pipe frosting onto cupcakes using a piping bag. Top with candied carrots.
   
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