Description
Indulge in these irresistible Pumpkin Cupcakes, a delightful treat that embodies the essence of fall. With their moist, tender crumb and rich spiced flavor, these cupcakes are topped with a luscious brown sugar cream cheese frosting, making every bite a heavenly experience. Perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy night in—this easy recipe will impress pumpkin lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. The inviting aroma fills your kitchen as you bake, creating a warm atmosphere that’s hard to resist. Enjoy them on their own or paired with your favorite hot beverage for the ultimate autumn 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
- 75 g vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 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, for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice.
- In another bowl, beat together brown sugar and pumpkin purée until smooth. Add oil, eggs, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Spoon batter into liners and fill two-thirds full. Bake for about 23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before frosting with the brown sugar cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg