Description
Pumpkin Patch Cupcakes are a delightful autumn treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. These moist and flavorful cupcakes, crowned with creamy frosting resembling a pumpkin patch, are perfect for cozy family gatherings or festive celebrations. Easy to make and irresistibly charming, they bring warmth and joy to your kitchen while creating sweet memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or unsweetened applesauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: Cream cheese frosting for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix canned pumpkin purée, sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill each liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg