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Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting: The Best Seasonal Treat

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with these delicious pumpkin cupcakes topped with creamy frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill the cupcake liners 2/3 full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until well combined.
  8. Frost the cooled cupcakes and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container to keep fresh.
  • These cupcakes can also be frozen for later enjoyment.

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Keywords: pumpkin cupcakes, cream cheese frosting, seasonal treat

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