Best Halloween Desserts
Indulge in the spirit of Halloween with these delightful pumpkin spice cupcakes! Bursting with autumn flavors, these treats are a perfect blend of moist pumpkin and rich chocolate, topped with creamy frosting for an irresistible finish. Easy to make and visually striking, they are sure to impress your guests at any gathering or cozy night in. Get ready to create sweet memories while enjoying every spooky bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs until fluffy, then mix in pumpkin puree and melted butter until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Frost cooled cupcakes as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg