Gramma's Pumpkin Cupcakes

Celebrate the cozy flavors of fall with Gramma's Pumpkin Cupcakes—soft, moist treats packed with warm autumn spices and crowned with a luscious cream cheese frosting. These easy-to-make cupcakes combine aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with rich pumpkin puree for a delightful balance of sweetness and spice. Perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions, each bite offers a tender crumb and a creamy frosting that melts in your mouth. With a quick 15-minute prep time and simple ingredients, these homemade cupcakes are a must-try for pumpkin lovers. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or chopped pecans for a decorative, festive touch, and enjoy the nostalgic taste of grandma’s baking magic.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the eggs, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 10

Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor, ensuring the frosting is light and fluffy.

Step 11

Once the cupcakes have completely cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting onto each cupcake.

Step 12

Optional: Garnish with a dusting of cinnamon or a sprinkle of chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1518.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5501.6

Total Fat 298.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 128.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 886.3mg	0%
Sodium 2850.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 688.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 523.0g
Protein 49.6g	0%

Vitamin D 140.3IU	0%
Calcium 488.2mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 1207.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 48.8%