Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes (Printer-Friendly)

Moist cupcakes with chocolate and pumpkin spices, ideal for festive fall occasions and cozy moments.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
09 - 1 cup granulated sugar
10 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
11 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a large bowl, beat together the sugar and eggs until the mixture is light and fluffy.
04 - Mix in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients and pumpkin puree to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
06 - Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and fill each liner approximately two-thirds full with the batter.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove and cool before frosting.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - For best results, allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.