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Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes

Indulgent Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes That Wow Every Bite

These Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes offer a warm, cozy treat filled with the essence of fall.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Easy Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 tbsp Espresso Powder or strong brewed espresso
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda check freshness
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder check freshness
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon adjust based on preference
  • 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg adjust based on preference
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Cloves adjust based on preference
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree avoid pie filling
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil can use melted butter or applesauce
  • 2 Eggs or use flax eggs for vegan option
For the Stabilized Whipped Cream
  • 1 tsp Unflavored Powdered Gelatin consider plant-based for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream light coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 0.25 cup Powdered Sugar can use agave syrup for natural option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste or vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • stand mixer

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and ready a standard muffin pan by lining it with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a medium bowl: flour, espresso powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients in a large bowl by combining pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil.
  4. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  6. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about ⅔ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let them cool for 5-10 minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack.
Whipped Cream Preparation
  1. Prepare the stabilized whipped cream by blooming gelatin in a small amount of water, melting it and allowing it to cool slightly.
  2. In a stand mixer, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually drizzle in the gelatin while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
  4. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the stabilized whipped cream and sprinkle cinnamon or spices on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Add chopped pecans on top for a delightful crunch.

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