Description

Chocolate pumpkin cupcakes are a delightful fall treat that perfectly combines the richness of chocolate with the warmth of pumpkin spice. These moist and tender cupcakes are complemented by a creamy pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting, making them an irresistible addition to any autumn gathering, Halloween party, or cozy family dinner. Their unique flavor profile appeals to both chocolate lovers and pumpkin enthusiasts, ensuring they’re a hit at any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, these cupcakes are the ultimate comfort dessert for the season.

Ingredients

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1/4 cup (56 g) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup (150 g) granulated white sugar
1 egg, at room temperature
1 egg yolk, at room temperature
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 cup (60 ml) whole milk, at room temperature
1/4 cup (62 g) sour cream, at room temperature
1/2 cup (122 g) canned pumpkin puree (Libby's canned pumpkin)
1 cup (125 g) all purpose flour, sifted
1/4 cup + 2 tbsp (30 g) black cocoa powder, sifted
2 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup (122 g) canned pumpkin puree dried to 1/4 cup (45 g) (Libby's canned pumpkin)
1 cup (224 g) unsalted butter, softened
4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, cold
2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
3 cups (390 g) powdered sugar, sifted

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
Gradually incorporate milk, sour cream, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely before frosting with pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 65mg