Chocolate-Pumpkin Cupcakes with Orange Buttercream Frosting
Pumpkin puree adds moisture and a subtle flavor to the chocolate cupcakes, making them extra delicious and perfect for autumn!
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 18.
Chocolate-Pumpkin Cupcakes with Orange Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
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In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Mix well until smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool completely.
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In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest, beating until smooth and fluffy.
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If desired, add a few drops of orange food coloring and mix well.
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Frost the cooled cupcakes with the orange buttercream frosting.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 305kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 41g14%
- Sugars 28g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
