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Sweet Potato Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Frosting

Cost $10, save $15

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  • 40 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Cupcake Batter

    • 1 ½ cups brown sugar
    • 🧈 ½ cup butter, room temperature
    • 🥚 2 large eggs, room temperature
    • 1 cup cooked, mashed sweet potatoes
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 🌿 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
    • 🥛 ½ cup milk, room temperature

  • Marshmallow Frosting

    • ⅓ cup white sugar
    • 🥚 2 large egg whites
    • 💧 3 tablespoons cold water
    • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
    • 🧂 1 pinch salt
    • ½ cup marshmallow creme
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

STEPS

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 12 muffin cups with cupcake liners.

2

Beat brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. Blend in eggs, followed by sweet potatoes and vanilla extract.

3

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cloves.

4

Add half the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently. Blend in milk, then add the remaining flour mixture.

5

Scoop batter into the prepared cupcake pan. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on rack.

6

To prepare the frosting: Combine white sugar, egg whites, cold water, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt in a heatproof bowl. Place over simmering water and beat until stiff peaks form, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.

7

Remove the bowl from heat and beat for 1 more minute. Add marshmallow creme and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.

8

Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or knife.

9

Using the oven’s broiler, toast the frosting under high heat until the tops are golden brown, around 90 seconds per batch. Check frequently to prevent burning.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

292

Calories

  • 5g
    Protein
  • 49g
    Carbs
  • 9g
    Fats

💡 Tips

To ensure the butter and eggs mix well, make sure they're at room temperature before use.For an even toast, rotate the baking tray under the broiler every 20-30 seconds.Use leftover marshmallow frosting as a topping for hot cocoa or fruit.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.