Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and warm pumpkin spices with these Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes. Perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations, these moist and tender treats are sure to impress. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, even novice bakers can create these sweet indulgences at home. Top them off with cream cheese frosting or enjoy them plain; either way, these cupcakes promise a burst of flavor that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour
- cocoa powder
- baking powder
- baking soda
- salt
- pumpkin puree
- granulated sugar
- brown sugar
- vegetable oil
- eggs
- vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 5 minutes in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg