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Pumpkin Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with these delightful pumpkin cupcakes topped with a rich salted caramel cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
  8. For the frosting, beat together cream cheese, salted caramel, and powdered sugar until fluffy. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired.

Notes

  • For a stronger flavor, use homemade pumpkin puree.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Cupcakes, Salted Caramel Frosting, Fall Desserts