(1) 8 ounce block full-fat cream cheese, very soft
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, very soft
3 and 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, more if needed
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
For the Gingerbread Latte Cupcakes:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Line a muffin tin with paper liners; set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves; set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment combine the melted butter, fresh grated ginger, and hot coffee on low speed. Add in the molasses and brown sugar and beat smooth.