Maple Carrot Cupcakes

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From taste of home

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Steps

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In a large bowl , combine the first six ingredients.

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In another bowl , beat eggs , oil and syrup.

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Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.

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Fold in carrots.

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Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full.

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Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

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For frosting , combine cream cheese , butter , syrup and vanilla in a mixing bowl.

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Beat until smooth.

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Frost cooled cupcakes.

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Sprinkle with nuts if desired.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, eggs, vegetable oil, maple syrup, carrots, cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, walnuts