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Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting: The Best Fall Treat

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
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Delicious pumpkin cupcakes topped with creamy cinnamon cream cheese frosting, perfect for fall.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix sugars and oil until well combined. Add eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and cinnamon until creamy.
  8. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the cream cheese frosting.

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • Top with additional cinnamon for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Cupcakes, Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting, Fall Treats

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