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Pumpkin Cupcakes recipe

Pumpkin Cupcakes recipe
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These moist and spiced Pumpkin Cupcakes are a perfect autumn treat, bursting with classic warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Easy to make and ideal for any level of baker, they bring the comforting essence of fall right into your kitchen. Perfect for cozy gatherings, holiday parties, or personal indulgence, these cupcakes pair beautifully with cream cheese frosting or your favorite topping.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure and assemble all ingredients at room temperature to ensure smooth batter and even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and homogenous.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients Into Wet: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined to keep cupcakes tender without overmixing.
  5. Prepare the Pan and Bake: Line a cupcake pan with paper liners and fill each about two-thirds full with batter. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool Before Frosting: Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before adding frosting to prevent melting and achieve the best texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh, freshly ground spices for the most vibrant flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough cupcakes.
  • Check baking time starting at 18 minutes to prevent overbaking.
  • Use room temperature eggs and pumpkin purée for smooth batter.
  • Customize frosting: classic cream cheese frosting works best, but brown butter or maple glaze are great alternatives.

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