Description
These Pumpkin Cupcakes are moist, flavorful, and perfect for fall! With warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and pumpkin pie spice, they’re complemented by a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting. A delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin Cupcakes:
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2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
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½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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¾ teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
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2 teaspoons ground ginger
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 can pureed pumpkin (425g/15-ounce)
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1 cup vegetable oil (240mL)
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1 cup packed light brown sugar (220g)
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4 large eggs
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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⅔ cup unsalted butter, softened (151g)
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8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (225g)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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⅛ teaspoon salt
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4 cups powdered sugar, sifted (480g)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together pureed pumpkin, vegetable oil, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
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Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
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Add vanilla extract, salt, and sifted powdered sugar, then beat until fluffy and smooth.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, pipe or spread the frosting onto each cupcake.
Notes
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You can make the frosting ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Let it come to room temperature before using.
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Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the frosting for extra flavor.
- If you don’t have a piping bag, you can spread the frosting with a spatula for a rustic look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American