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Fig Cupcakes with Honey Cream Cheese Frosting

Fig Cupcakes with Honey Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Fig Cupcakes with Honey Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect treat for fall. These moist cupcakes are infused with real figs and fig jam, offering a unique sweetness that is beautifully complemented by the rich honey cream cheese frosting. Ideal for any occasion—from cozy gatherings to festive celebrations—these cupcakes will charm your guests and elevate your dessert table. The addition of wholesome ingredients such as olive oil and oats makes them not only delicious but also a slightly healthier indulgence. Treat yourself or share them as thoughtful gifts; either way, these fig cupcakes are sure to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 3/8 cup chopped fresh figs (about 2 figs)
  • 3/8 cup fig jam
  • 3/8 cup old-fashioned oats or chopped walnuts
  • 8 Tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • pinch fine sea salt
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar
  • ground cinnamon (for sprinkling on top)
  • sliced fresh figs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, and salt; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugar, olive oil, sour cream, and eggs until combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; fold in figs, fig jam, and oats.
  5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool completely before frosting with honey cream cheese mixture.

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