Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes
Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes combine the cozy flavors of fall into delightful treats. With a moist pumpkin base and rich cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. Each bite captures the essence of autumn, making them irresistible to pumpkin spice lovers!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, sugars, baking powder, and spices.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and melted butter until frothy; add pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula.
- Fill liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese with heavy cream and powdered sugar until smooth. Frost cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Use fresh pumpkin puree for optimal flavor. Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.