Pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are perfect ways to celebrate the flavor of fall. These moist and flavorful cupcakes blend warm spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg, with rich pumpkin puree, creating delightful treats that are both comforting and festive. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting that balances the sweetness out with a tangy finish, these cupcakes are sure to become seasonal favorites. Whether for a holiday gathering, cozy get-together or just to enjoy with a cup of coffee, these pumpkin cupcakes will bring joy and warmth to any occasion.
INGREDIENTS:
For the Cupcakes
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1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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For Cream Cheese Frosting
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
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INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350¡ãF (175¡ãC) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. Set aside.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil and granulated sugar until well-combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Combine Mixture
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5. Fill Muffin Tin
Divide the batter evenly among the lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
6. Bake
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Prepare the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
8. Frost the Cupcakes
Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with cream cheese frosting. Optionally, sprinkle with cinnamon, or decorate with chopped pecans for an added touch.
9. Serve, and Enjoy
Enjoy these delightful pumpkin cupcakes at your next gathering or as cozy treats at home!
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