Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Chocolate Pumpkin Buttercream Cupcakes. Each moist, fudgy cupcake is paired with a creamy pumpkin spice buttercream that perfectly balances rich chocolate and warm autumn spices. Ideal for any gathering—be it Halloween parties, Thanksgiving feasts, or cozy evenings at home—these treats are sure to impress. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable toppings, you can bring a touch of seasonal cheer to your dessert table. Get ready to enjoy a delectable combination that captures the essence of autumn in every bite!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup pumpkin purée (excess moisture removed)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth. Mix in sour cream, buttermilk, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; stir just until combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about three-quarters full and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For the buttercream: Beat softened butter until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar until smooth. Mix in pumpkin purée and spices until well combined. Chill if too soft to pipe.
- Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 39g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg