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Irresistible Homemade Pumpkin Cupcakes with Spicy Cinnamon Frosting

Homemade Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cinnamon Frosting

Indulge in irresistible pumpkin cupcakes topped with spicy cinnamon frosting Perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy treat at home 149 chars

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Beat softened butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  • Once cooled, frost the cupcakes and sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.
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