Newborn Ginger Babies Ii Orange Cream Frosting
Serve at a party or give as gifts anytime someone you know is expecting a child. It is a toast (or token) to the unborn infant that welcomes them to the friends and family they are soon to be a part of, and wishes them good health in their journey here and in their life to come. Ginger has been used for many years in folk medicine, and recent studies have confirmed that ginger directly affects the gastrointestinal tract, helping to improve muscle tone and to prevent abnormally rapid and strong intestinal contractions (which is great for expectant mothers). The frosting yields 1 cup and takes 5 minutes prep time. for the first version of these little treats, try recipe #263586
Steps
Orange cream frosting: beat softened cream cheese and orange liqueur at medium speed with an electric mixer until blended.
Gradually add powdered sugar , beating until light and fluffy.
Refridgerate until needed.
Cupcakes: preheat oven to 350f and lightly grease miniature muffin tins.
Set aside.
Beat sugar and vegetable oil at medium speed with an electric mixer 3 minutes or until smooth.
Add egg , beating well after each addition.
Beat in grated carrots and fresh ginger.
Combine all-purpose flour and next 6 ingredients.
Gradually add to egg mixture , beating at low speed until moistened.
Stir in chopped pecans.
Pour batter into muffin tins , filling two- thirds full and bake for 12-15 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Cool in pan on a wire rack 5 minutes.
Remove from pan , and cool completely on wire racks.
Spread tops evenly with orange-cream cheese frosting then decorate with carrots and ginger.
Garnish: place a small piece of c.
Ingredients
neufchatel cheese, orange juice, powdered sugar, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, carrot, gingerroot, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, ground allspice, ground cloves, pecans, crystallized ginger, orange rind