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Pumpkin Dream Cupcakes

Pumpkin Dream Cupcakes

Experience the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Dream Cupcakes. With rich pumpkin, warm spices, and a creamy espresso cream cheese frosting, they’re perfect for any occasion. Indulge in this sweet treat tonight!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Soda
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Freshly Grated Nutmeg
  • 1 15 ounce can Pumpkin Puree
  • 1 ¾ cups Brown Sugar
  • ½ cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 8 ounce block Cream Cheese
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter
  • 2 ½ cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons Instant Espresso Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Grater
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, brown sugar, yogurt, and oil. Once smooth and combined, whisk in each egg one at a time. Whisk in the vanilla extract.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until combined and no large lumps remain.
  5. Fill the cupcake liners ¾ of the way full. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool the cupcakes completely. Frost with the coffee cream cheese frosting.
  7. Beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Beat in the powdered sugar and espresso powder until combined. Beat in the vanilla extract. Frost the cooled cupcakes!
  8. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the un-frosted cupcakes.
  • Tip 3: Pair with warm chai or coffee.
  • Tip 4: Add crushed nuts or caramel for flair.
  • Tip 5: Add a teaspoon of ground ginger for extra flavor.