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Pumpkin Cupcakes

Pumpkin Cupcakes that Taste Like Fall in Every Bite

Enjoy delicious Pumpkin Cupcakes with a rich flavor and maple cream cheese frosting for a perfect fall treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Purée Choose unsweetened to control sweetness.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds depth and caramel warmth.
  • 1/2 cup Oil Keeps the cupcakes moist.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted for richness.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Ginger
  • 1/4 tsp Clove
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Adds tanginess.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Real maple syrup.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt A pinch to elevate flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, oil, melted butter, brown sugar, and canned pumpkin purée until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Stir gently until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Beat together cream cheese, softened butter, maple syrup, and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add a pinch of salt to elevate the flavors.
  3. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, generously frost each cupcake with the maple frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cupcakes cool completely before frosting. Use real pumpkin purée for optimal flavor.

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