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Brown butter pumpkin cupcakes that will delight your taste buds!

brown butter pumpkin cupcakes
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Deliciously moist brown butter pumpkin cupcakes topped with a creamy frosting, perfect for fall celebrations.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a saucepan, brown the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, browned butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of regular sugar.
  • These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Consider adding chocolate chips for an extra treat!

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