‎Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes

 Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes are a delightful treat, especially popular during the fall season. Here's a simple recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the cream cheese frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

For the cupcakes:

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

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. Mix in the pumpkin puree.

6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

7. Stir in the vanilla extract.

8. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

9. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the cream cheese frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.

2. Add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

3. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.

5. Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a small piece of candied ginger.

Enjoy your delicious Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes! They are perfect for autumn gatherings, Halloween, or any time you're in the mood for a delightful pumpkin-flavored treat.