Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes, a perfect autumn treat that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet cravings. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are infused with the rich flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and chocolate, making them an ideal choice for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations. Topped with luscious chocolate frosting and garnished with mini chocolate chips, these treats are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make with straightforward steps, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these scrumptious cupcakes today!
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine vegetable oil, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting with chocolate buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (90g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 48mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Sift dry ingredients to avoid lumps. Customize by adding nuts or using different types of chocolate chips.