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Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes

Moist and fluffy chocolate pumpkin cupcakes 🎃🍫 topped with creamy chocolate frosting—perfect for fall desserts and cozy gatherings!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcakes
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners 🎃🍫.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients, then gently fold in chocolate chips 🍫 if using.
  5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting or serving.

Notes

These Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes are perfect for fall parties, Halloween treats, or a cozy dessert any time 🍁🎃. Frost with chocolate ganache or cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence. Don’t forget to save this recipe to Pinterest for easy seasonal inspiration! 🍫✨