Best 5 Quick And Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these delectable Pumpkin Cupcakes, a treat that combines the comforting taste of pumpkin with the perfect touch of sweetness. Crafted with a moist and fluffy crumb, these cupcakes are topped with a creamy and rich cream cheese frosting, making them the perfect addition to any autumn gathering or cozy night in. But the pumpkiny goodness doesn't stop there – this article also features two additional pumpkin-inspired recipes sure to satisfy your cravings. Discover the secrets behind our Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes, a delightful blend of coffee and pumpkin flavors, and the sinfully delicious Pumpkin Dump Cake, an effortless dessert that combines the flavors of pumpkin, spices, and a gooey streusel topping. With these three pumpkin-licious recipes at your fingertips, you'll have everything you need to celebrate the fall season with a sweet and satisfying treat. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN CUPCAKES



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A delicious home recipe for pumpkin cupcakes made with brown sugar, canned pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and maple syrup. Topped with cinnamon buttercream.

Provided by abby_dee1228

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 45m

Yield 22

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup whole milk
¼ cup maple syrup
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup dark brown sugar
3 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon half-and-half
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 cups confectioners' sugar, or more as needed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 22 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Combine flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and baking soda in a medium bowl. Combine milk, maple syrup, and vanilla in another medium bowl; stir gently to combine.
  • Combine butter, white sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in eggs, one at a time, until well blended, scraping down the bowl as necessary. Add flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with milk mixture, beating batter briefly after each addition. Add pumpkin; mix until smooth and well combined. Divide batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 17 to 20 minutes. Cool in the tins for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, combine butter, half-and-half, and vanilla extract for the frosting in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Add confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, and mix on the lowest setting until frosting reaches a good spreading consistency. Mix in cinnamon and spread on cooled cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.5 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 62.5 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 208.2 mg, Sugar 46 g

SURPRISE PUMPKIN CUPCAKES



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I like to share these little pumpkin cakes at work. Cupcakes are the perfect workplace treat because they're already wrapped up and so easy to eat. -Kathleen Dimmich, Easton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the pumpkin, sugar, oil and eggs until well blended. In small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. , For filling, in another small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg; beat on low just until combined. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups one-third full. Drop filling by tablespoonfuls into center of each cupcake. Cover with remaining batter. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the pumpkin portion comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HOME



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Categories     Cake

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

●1 package (18.25 ounces) spice cake mix
● 1 can (15 ounces) LIBBY'S® 100% Pure Pumpkin
●3 large eggs
●1/3 cup vegetable oil
●1/3 cup water
●1 container (16 ounces) prepared cream cheese or vanilla frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° F. Paper-line or grease 24 muffin cups.
  • Blend cake mix, pumpkin, eggs, oil and water in large mixer bowl until moistened. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour batter into prepared muffin cups, filling 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 18 to 23 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely. Spread cupcakes with frosting. Decorate with assorted sprinkles, if desired.

PUMPKIN CUPCAKES



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Pumpkin's not just for pies. Mix up these cupcakes with canned pumpkin and lots of spice, then top them with tangy cream cheese frosting and the cutest mini marzipan pumpkins.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cupcake Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield Makes 18

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
Cream Cheese Frosting
Marzipan Pumpkins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two cupcake pans with paper liners; set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together both sugars, butter, eggs, and pumpkin puree. Add flour mixture and whisk until smooth.
  • Divide batter evenly among liners, filling each about halfway. Bake, rotating pans halfway through, until tops spring back when lightly touched, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely. Decorate with cream cheese frosting and marzipan pumpkins.

PUMPKIN CUPCAKES



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Transform Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix into a Halloween or fall celebration dessert with this pumpkin cupcake recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 whole eggs
1 egg white
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, pumpkin, oil, pumpkin pie spice and whole eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  • Bake 24 to 29 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. In small bowl, beat egg white with whisk until foamy. Stir in pumpkin seeds; drain. Return seeds to bowl; stir in granulated sugar and brown sugar. Spread seeds on cookie sheet. Bake 7 to 9 minutes, stirring once, until toasted and dry. Cool 30 minutes. Break seeds apart.
  • In medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter with electric mixer on medium speed 30 seconds. Reduce speed to low. Add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating until blended. Stir in vanilla. Frost cupcakes. Sprinkle with sugared pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your cupcakes will taste. If possible, use organic ingredients.
  • Measure Accurately: Baking is a science, so it's important to measure your ingredients accurately. Use measuring cups and spoons that are specifically designed for baking.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can make your cupcakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill Cupcake Liners Only 2/3 Full: This will prevent the cupcakes from overflowing in the oven.
  • Bake Cupcakes Until a Toothpick Inserted in the Center Comes Out Clean: This is the best way to tell if your cupcakes are done baking.
  • Let Cupcakes Cool Completely Before Frosting: This will help the frosting stay in place and prevent it from melting.

Conclusion:

These pumpkin cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are moist and flavorful, with a perfectly spiced pumpkin flavor. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the cupcakes, adding a touch of sweetness and tang. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, you will be able to make these cupcakes with ease. So next time you are looking for a delicious and festive treat, give these pumpkin cupcakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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