Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes, perfect for any occasion! These moist, fluffy cupcakes blend the warm essence of pumpkin with rich chocolate, creating an irresistible treat that will impress family and friends alike. Topped with creamy chocolate frosting and adorned with mini chocolate chips, each bite is a celebration of seasonal goodness. Whether it’s a cozy fall gathering or a festive celebration, these cupcakes are sure to become a favorite. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or paired with your favorite beverage for the ultimate dessert experience.
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
- 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat vegetable oil, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; gently fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- For frosting: Beat unsalted butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder while mixing in whipping cream until desired consistency is reached. Frost cooled cupcakes and decorate with mini chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg