Gingerbread Cupcake

Preparation

• 1 Combine cake flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, mace, baking soda and baking powder in medium bowl.
• 2 Combine 1- /2 sticks of the butter with the sugar in large bowl. Beat until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the Lightly Dried Ginger. Add flour mixture in thirds, alternating with milk and applesauce.
• 3 Divide batter evenly among 24 muffin cups. Bake in 350°F oven 18 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely on wire rack.
• 4 Combine cream cheese and remaining 4 tablespoons butter; mix well. Add remaining 1 tablespoon Lightly Dried Ginger; mix well. Add powdered sugar; beat until frosting is fluffy and smooth. Spread frosting over cupcakes to serve.