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Close-up of a beautifully decorated pumpkin cupcake with cream cheese frosting.

Delicious Pumpkin Cupcakes Recipe | Desserts

Enjoy these moist and flavorful pumpkin cupcakes topped with creamy frosting, perfect for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Wet ingredients
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
Frosting
  • Cream cheese frosting for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl; whisk together.
  3. Combine sugars and oil; add eggs one at a time, then stir in pumpkin and vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients; fold in walnuts if using.
  5. Fill liners 2/3 full; bake 18-20 minutes; cool before frosting.

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container for best freshness.