Description
Delightful cupcakes bursting with the flavors of pumpkin spice and salted caramel, perfect for any fall occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce (to drizzle on top)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to over-mix.
- For pumpkin spice cupcakes, gently incorporate the pumpkin puree and spices.
- For salted caramel cupcakes, pour the batter into the liners and drizzle with salted caramel sauce.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
These cupcakes are delicious with cream cheese frosting or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Store in an airtight container and can be frozen for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: fall cupcakes, pumpkin spice, salted caramel, seasonal treats, baking