Sweet, Spooky & Irresistible, Bake These Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes To Haunt Your Taste Buds
Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy — it’s the perfect excuse to bake something warm, sweet, and a little spooky! These Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes capture the cozy flavors of fall and the spirit of Halloween, complete with a creamy frosting and ghoulish decorations. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a quiet night with scary movies, these cupcakes will be the treat everyone remembers.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Orange food coloring (optional, for a Halloween touch)
Method of Preparation
Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with Halloween-themed cupcake liners.
Mix Wet Ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients – In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
Blend and Bake – Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Spoon the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
Prepare the Frosting – Beat the butter and cream cheese together until creamy. Add the powdered sugar gradually, followed by vanilla extract and a few drops of orange food coloring. Mix until fluffy and smooth.
Serving and Garnishment
Once the cupcakes are cool, frost them generously using a piping bag. For a spooky twist, top each with Halloween candies like candy eyeballs, gummy worms, or chocolate spiders. Lightly dust with cocoa powder or edible glitter for an extra festive look. Arrange on a dark serving tray or wooden board to create a “haunted” dessert display.
Accompaniment Drink
Spiced Apple Cider Punch
Serve warm or chilled — combine apple cider, a splash of orange juice, a hint of cinnamon, and a few cloves. Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick for that cozy Halloween vibe. For adults, you can spike it with a dash of dark rum or bourbon.
These Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes are the perfect mix of comfort and fun — a dessert that screams Halloween without being overly complicated. Pair them with good company, a few flickering candles, and your favorite scary movie for the ultimate October treat!
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