Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cupcakes. Bursting with rich pumpkin goodness and topped with a creamy brown sugar frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to festive celebrations. The simple one-bowl preparation makes them a breeze to whip up, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this autumn-inspired treat. With their soft texture and warm spices, these cupcakes will surely become a go-to favorite in your home.
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
- 75 g vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200 g butter
- 15 g dark brown sugar
- 100 g full-fat cream cheese
- 345 g powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice.
- In another bowl, mix dark brown sugar, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon batter into liners about two-thirds full and bake for approximately 23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare frosting by beating butter, brown sugar, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until creamy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg