Description
Bring the cozy flavors of a pumpkin spice latte to life with these Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes! Warmly spiced with pumpkin and topped with a creamy espresso frosting, these cupcakes are the perfect fall indulgence. Whether for a festive gathering or a quiet afternoon treat, they’re a must-bake seasonal delight.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup canned pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Espresso Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, beat together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, espresso, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine the Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Fill the Cupcake Liners
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake the Cupcakes
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Espresso Frosting
- Beat softened butter in a medium bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in espresso and vanilla extract until the frosting is creamy and spreadable.
- Frost the Cupcakes
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the frosting onto each one.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, crushed espresso beans, or caramel drizzle if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American