Description
Thanksgiving Pumpkin Cupcakes are a festive treat that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With their soft, spiced texture and creamy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for holiday gatherings. They bring warmth and joy to your table, making them a cherished family tradition. Each mouthful is a delightful reminder of cozy celebrations, filling your home with inviting aromas that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth. Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool in the tin for five minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg