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Pumpkin Cupcakes

Pumpkin Cupcakes
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Indulge in the warmth of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cupcakes, a perfect blend of rich pumpkin flavor and aromatic spices. Topped with a smooth brown sugar cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are not only easy to make but are also a crowd-pleaser for any gathering—be it a cozy family dinner or a festive celebration. Each bite offers a tender crumb and a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave everyone wanting more. Enjoy the essence of autumn with this simple yet impressive dessert that is sure to impress both pumpkin lovers and casual dessert enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 15 g dark brown sugar
  • 100 g full-fat cream cheese
  • 345 g powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice.
  3. In another bowl, combine dark brown sugar, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20–23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For the frosting, beat together butter and dark brown sugar until creamy, then add cream cheese gradually followed by powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously and enjoy!

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