Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion. These moist and fluffy cupcakes combine the warm essence of pumpkin and spices with rich chocolate, creating a dessert that is loved by all. Topped with luscious chocolate frosting and sprinkled with mini chocolate chips, they are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Ideal for gatherings, holidays, or cozy nights in, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- pinch ground cloves
- pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/3 cup milk (buttermilk or regular)
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder (sifted)
- 6–8 tablespoons whipping cream
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (for decorating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs (one at a time), vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet mixture while alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips gently.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat room temperature butter with sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder until smooth; add whipping cream gradually for desired consistency.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and top with mini chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (55g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg