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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with our Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes. These moist and fluffy treats are infused with pumpkin puree and warm spices, creating a delightful combination that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. Topped with rich chocolate frosting and sprinkled with mini chocolate chips, these cupcakes are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor. Ideal for any occasion—from festive gatherings to a sweet afternoon snack—these cupcakes will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • pinch ground cloves
  • pinch nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/3 cup milk (buttermilk or regular)
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder (sifted)
  • 6–8 tablespoons whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and milk until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined. Fold in mini chocolate chips gently.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  7. In a mixing bowl, beat unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder while mixing. Pour in whipping cream until you reach desired consistency.
  8. Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously with chocolate frosting and top with mini chocolate chips for decoration.

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