How to Make Pumpkin Cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- In another large bowl, blend sugar and vegetable oil until combined. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Toppings
Consider frosting your pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze.