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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

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Indulge in the delightful taste of these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion. Combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and cinnamon with rich chocolate, these moist and fluffy cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser. Topped with a decadent chocolate frosting and sprinkled with mini chocolate chips, they add an irresistible charm to your dessert table. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these cupcakes bring comfort and sweetness that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 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)
  • 34 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder (sifted)
  • 68 tablespoons whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, brown sugar, and white sugar until combined. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree; mix well.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For frosting, beat room temperature butter, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar and cocoa powder until fluffy. Add whipping cream as needed for consistency.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes generously and sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips on top.

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