Bring plant milk to a boil. Add the star anise, remove from the heat. Let it infuse for 15 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, baking powder, cane sugar, cinnamon and allspice.Stir in corn syrup and orange marmalade.Add vegan egg, vegan butter and salt. Strain the milk into the batter and stir until smooth.
Bake 25-30 minutes (365F) until ready (golden brown).
Melt orange marmalade (3 tbsp) in a saucepan over medium heat. Brush over the tops of the gingerbread cupcakes.