Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cupcakes. With their moist, fluffy texture and rich pumpkin spice flavor, these treats are topped with a creamy brown sugar cream cheese frosting that perfectly complements the sweetness of the cake. Ideal for any occasion—from festive gatherings to quiet afternoons at home—these cupcakes will satisfy your cravings and bring warmth to your celebrations. Plus, they’re easy to make, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can enjoy this seasonal delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 170 g all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 225 g dark brown sugar
- 280 g pumpkin purée (room temperature)
- 75 g vegetable oil (room temperature)
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200 g butter (for frosting)
- 15 g dark brown sugar (for frosting)
- 100 g full-fat cream cheese (for frosting)
- 345 g powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice.
- In another bowl, mix dark brown sugar, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for about 23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For frosting: Beat together butter, dark brown sugar, and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg