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Impossible Perfect Fall Cupcakes

Celebrate autumn with these soft, moist cupcakes infused with pumpkin and warm spices, perfect for cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup frosting (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl.
  3. Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil in a large mixing bowl; mix until smooth. Add eggs, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches and fold until combined.
  5. Fold in chopped pecans if using.
  6. Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Frost with your choice of frosting and enjoy!

Notes

These cupcakes can be customized with chocolate chips or made vegan by substituting eggs with flax eggs and oil with applesauce.

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