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Indulge in Cream-Filled Pumpkin Cupcakes: The Best Fall Treat

Indulge in Cream-Filled Pumpkin Cupcakes This Fall

Indulge in the rich flavors of fall with these delightful cream-filled pumpkin cupcakes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool completely before filling.
  8. To make the filling, beat together the cream cheese, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Using a piping bag, fill the cooled cupcakes with the cream mixture.

Notes

  • For a sweeter filling, add powdered sugar to the cream cheese filling to taste.
  • These cupcakes can be decorated with whipped cream on top for an extra treat.

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