Treat of the Week: Magnificent Molasses Cupcakes

A lovely international meal.

After a lovely international meal of Norwegian Meatballs, Israeli Couscous, and Brussels Sprouts (in brown butter), my mother revealed this week’s lovely treat of the week: gorgeous molasses spice cupcakes in the Victorian tradition.

These dense, moist cupcakes are rich with the mellow taste of molasses and plump raisins.  As you can see, they’re beautifully iced in colorful icing as well as a delicious mocha icing.  It’s interesting how to the different frostings make each cupcake a different experience.  The butter-creams lend a delightful, creamy note which heightens the spice of the cake itself while the mocha icing blends the flavors of chocolate and coffee along into the luxurious taste of the molasses.

Perhaps you have a favorite cupcake recipe which you’re looking to update or elevate.  Try different kinds of icing like this.  You’ll be surprised at the subtle differences you’ll be able to create.