Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes
Pumpkin spice cupcakes are the ultimate fall treat, enveloping you in cozy warmth with each delicious bite. Moist and fluffy, these cupcakes are infused with aromatic spices and topped with rich cream cheese frosting, creating a delightful balance of flavors that capture the essence of autumn. Perfect for gatherings or simply indulging at home, they promise to bring smiles and nostalgia to every occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients while stirring gently.
- Fill muffin liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until fluffy; frost cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg