Description
Pumpkin Cupcakes are the quintessential fall delight, blending warm spices and moist pumpkin into a fluffy treat that captures the essence of autumn. These easy-to-make cupcakes are perfect for novice bakers and experienced chefs alike. Whether served at gatherings or enjoyed as a sweet indulgence at home, they promise to bring warmth and joy with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before frosting or serving plain.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg