Fluffy Pumpkin Spiced Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

These fluffy pumpkin spiced cupcakes are a delightful treat for fall. Made with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, these cupcakes are perfectly moist and flavorful. Topped with a creamy and tangy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a tasty dessert. Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of pumpkin in every bite with these delicious cupcakes!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. In a large bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, alternating with the milk. Stir until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting.
9. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
10. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue to beat until well combined and fluffy.
11. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting. You can use a piping bag or simply spread it on with a knife.
12. Optional: sprinkle some cinnamon or pumpkin spice on top of the frosting for added flavor and decoration.
13. Serve and enjoy these fluffy pumpkin spiced cupcakes!

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