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Pumpkin Cupcakes

Pumpkin Cupcakes

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If you’re in the mood for a cozy and delightful treat that celebrates the flavors of fall, these Pumpkin Cupcakes are the perfect choice. Soft, fluffy, and infused with rich pumpkin and warm spices, they make for an ideal dessert at family gatherings or as a sweet snack to brighten your day. Topped with a creamy brown sugar frosting, each bite transports you to crisp autumn days surrounded by golden leaves. Enjoy making these easy-to-follow cupcakes that will surely become a favorite among friends and family.

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
  • 75 g vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake tins with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin spice.
  3. In another bowl, combine dark brown sugar and pumpkin purée until smooth. Add vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix well.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for about 23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For the frosting, beat together butter and cream cheese until fluffy, then gradually add powdered sugar and dark brown sugar until smooth.
  7. Frost cooled cupcakes generously.

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