Description

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cupcakes. Each bite offers a moist and tender crumb, perfectly complemented by a rich brown sugar cream cheese frosting that adds a luxurious finish. These cupcakes are not only easy to make but also versatile for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself at home. The warm spices combined with pumpkin create an inviting taste that captures the essence of autumn, making them a must-try for any pumpkin lover.

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 your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In one bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice.
In another bowl, whisk together dark brown sugar, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake for approximately 23 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow cooling before frosting with whipped brown sugar cream cheese mixture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 23 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.