Cappuccino Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°F.
2. 2
   Line 12 muffin cups (standard size).
3. 3
   In bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, allspice, cinnamon and salt.
4. 4
   Beat butter and sugar about 2 minutes until light colored and smooth.
5. 5
   Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each egg.
6. 6
   On low speed, add flour mixture, alternating with brewed coffee.
7. 7
   Fill each muffin cup with 1/3 cup each.
8. 8
   Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes, or firm to the touch.
9. 9
   Let cupcakes cool in pan on wire rack for 5 minutes, and then remove from pan and let cool completely.
10. 10
    While cooling cupcakes, in a small bowl combine instant coffee, vanilla and 1 tsp of warm water.
11. 11
    Stir until coffee is dissolved.
12. 12
    Stir in vanilla frosting until blended and no streaks remain.
13. 13
    Frost cupcakes.